2018 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · YS18 FND

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test on 28 May 2026 at 30,884 miles, it had failed only just six days prior. The tester identified rear brake pads worn below the legal limit of 1.5mm and a persistent minor leak at the exhaust flexipipe. This suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they are imminent to cause an MOT failure. The mileage profile is significantly low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,860 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between June 2023 at 19,242 miles and May 2024 at 23,316 miles, where the car covered roughly four thousand miles in a year. While low mileage reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as suspension bushes and tyres, and can cause brake discs to rust due to long periods without use. A buyer must perform a close inspection of the exhaust system, as the flexipipe was flagged as a defect in both May 2025 and May 2026. This recurring issue indicates the component is failing and will eventually require replacement to prevent a major failure. Given the recent failure for thin rear brake pads, the calipers should be checked for seizing or binding, which frequently occurs on vehicles driven infrequently. The low mileage also warrants a check for sidewall cracking on tyres and any surface corrosion on the underside, which are typical signs of cars that sit stationary for extended periods.