2015 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Diesel · ST65 DTY

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 9 July 2026 with no failures or major defects recorded, although four advisories were issued, indicating that the vehicle is currently roadworthy but warrants close attention to emerging wear items. Reviewing the four-year test history, the maintenance trend is broadly stable with isolated failures rather than a pattern of escalating defects. The 2022 and 2024 tests passed with no advisories, and the 2023 failure relating to fractured rear coil springs has not recurred, suggesting those components were replaced at the time. However, the 2025 test produced multiple major advisories covering suspension arm and track rod end ball joint dust covers, alongside the more recent 2026 advisories concerning rear axle swivel pin bushes, front sub-frame corrosion, and front brake disc wear. This consistent appearance of advisories relating to the front suspension and braking components suggests progressive wear typical of an eleven-year-old vehicle and points to the need for pre-purchase inspection of those areas. The recorded mileage of 69,270 miles across approximately eleven years equates to an annual average of roughly 6,300 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age but sits at the lower end of average use. There are no significant gaps in the recorded mileage progression between tests, indicating that the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing for prolonged periods. This is mechanically advantageous, as it reduces the likelihood of calendar-related deterioration such as brake disc corrosion, sticking calipers, or perishing of rubber components from inactivity. The continuous MOT history since 2022 also suggests the vehicle has been actively maintained and used on public roads, with no prolonged periods off the road that might mask underlying deterioration. The recurring advisory concerning an oil leak from the rear of the engine, present at the 2023 and 2026 tests, requires monitoring. On inspection, a prospective buyer should examine the underside of the engine and transmission bell housing area for fresh oil staining or wet residue, and on a test drive listen for any ticking from the engine bay that might worsen under load, which could indicate a rear main crankshaft seal or rocker cover gasket seep. While currently classified as not excessive, oil leaks of this nature tend to worsen progressively, so budgeting for eventual repair is sensible. The 2026 advisories on the rear axle swivel pins and bushes, and the front sub-frame corrosion, should prompt a thorough physical inspection. During a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly when traversing speed humps or potholes, and check for uneven rear tyre wear which often accompanies worn trailing arm or swivel pin bushes. The sub-frame corrosion, while currently not seriously weakened, warrants a close visual examination from beneath the vehicle using a torch, looking for any perforation or flaking that might progress to a structural concern in future tests. The 2025 advisories relating to front tyre damage, perishing, and edge wear, combined with the 2026 advisory on front inner brake disc wear, indicate that consumable items on the front axle have been approaching the end of their service life. A test drive should include several moderate to firm brake applications to check for any brake shudder, vibration through the steering wheel, or pulsation, which would suggest the front brake discs require replacement alongside the pads. The nearside front tyre damage and perishing noted in 2025, and the dangerous nearside front tyre failure in 2026, indicate that tyre condition should be a priority inspection point, including thorough examination of the sidewalls for cracking and checking the manufacture date codes on any fitted tyres. Given the vehicle age, also verify the condition of the twelve-volt battery, as units of this vintage commonly require renewal; check that the engine starts promptly without prolonged cranking. Confirm the service book stamps and history, ensuring that essential time-based items such as coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual transmission fluid have been changed at the manufacturer-recommended intervals, as these degrade with calendar age regardless of mileage. Finally, request evidence that the rear coil springs replaced after the 2023 failure and the front suspension ball joint dust covers addressed following the 2025 advisories were renewed with quality components, as inferior replacements can lead to premature recurrence.