2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite NAV Turbo 1.2L Petrol · YR71 WHW

A clear pattern of tyre-sidewall deterioration has emerged on this Mokka, with the 2026 test pass accompanied by advisories on all four tyres for slight damage, cracking or perishing. While the defects were not severe enough to trigger a failure, having every tyre flagged simultaneously is unusual and points to age-related rubber degradation rather than impact damage. Earlier tests in 2024 and 2025 returned clean sheets with no advisories, meaning this deterioration appeared within a relatively short window. For a prospective buyer, this is the defining mechanical signal from the record: the tyres are at the end of their serviceable life regardless of tread depth, and a full set replacement should be budgeted for immediately after purchase. The recorded mileage of 21,531 miles over five years equates to roughly 4,300 miles annually, which is well below average for a vehicle of this age. Three MOT tests are on file, with the first entry at the 2024 test, suggesting the vehicle may not have required testing until its third anniversary. The annual mileage progression between recorded tests does not reveal any sharp increases, but the low overall accumulation means many components such as brake discs, pads, suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links have experienced limited cyclic wear. Conversely, light use can bring its own concerns: seals, gaskets and brake calipers on low-mileage vehicles are prone to seizing through lack of regular movement, and tyre sidewalls suffer from perishing when a car spends extended periods stationary, which aligns directly with the advisories recorded in March 2026. On a physical inspection, pay particular attention to the four tyres by examining the sidewalls closely for visible cracking, crazing or small fissures in the rubber compound, particularly on the near-tyre shoulders where UV exposure is greatest. Check the manufacturing date stamp on each sidewall, as tyres older than six years from their production date are generally considered due for replacement regardless of remaining tread. All four tyres should be replaced as a matched set, and it is worth confirming the spare wheel and any space-saver have not also perished if they share the same age. A brake inspection should be carried out at the same time, as the 2024 test noted no defects but the long gaps between heavy braking events on a low-mileage car can lead to corrosion forming on the discs and the caliper slide pins seizing in their bores. On the test drive, listen carefully for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes or drop links given the vehicle's age. Feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, which could indicate disc run-out from corrosion, and note whether the brake pedal feels spongy or requires excessive travel, as caliper pistons can stick retracted on lightly used cars. Steering should remain precise without pulling to either side, and the turbocharged 1.2 petrol engine should pull smoothly without hesitation, hesitation or excessive clutch slip in the manual or any shunt in automatic form. Finally, confirm there are no warning lights illuminated on the dashboard, particularly the AdBlue, tyre pressure monitoring or engine management systems, and verify that the infotainment and navigation functions, which are part of the Elite Nav trim specification, are operating correctly before committing to purchase.