Vauxhall Mokka
From 341,052 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Mokkas fare better: 2019 models pass at 84.2% vs 73% for 2012.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 19,952 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 19,952 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 9,036 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 7,235 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 6,814 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 6,586 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 5,072 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4,664 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 4,646 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4,471 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 3,436 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.3% of Mokka failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 26.3% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £105.
Vauxhall Mokka on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 20,033 newly registered in the past year with 3,660 leaving, a net gain of 16,373. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 299,992 | 3,136 | +4,977 | -1,133 | +3,844 |
| 2025 Q2 | 296,168 | 3,116 | +4,922 | -449 | +4,473 |
| 2025 Q1 | 292,148 | 2,663 | +7,069 | -1,759 | +5,310 |
| 2024 Q4 | 287,307 | 2,194 | +3,065 | -319 | +2,746 |
| 2024 Q3 | 284,764 | 1,991 | +4,357 | -1,310 | +3,047 |
| 2024 Q2 | 281,832 | 1,876 | +4,455 | -756 | +3,699 |
| 2024 Q1 | 278,339 | 1,670 | +7,883 | -168 | +7,715 |
| 2023 Q4 | 270,850 | 1,444 | +6,789 | -0 | +6,961 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mokka Ultimate Turbo Auto | Petrol | 17,411 | 9% |
| Mokka Exclusiv S/S | Petrol | 15,259 | 8% |
| Mokka X Active Ecotec S/S | Petrol | 15,199 | 8% |
| Mokka Ultimate Turbo | Petrol | 12,794 | 7% |
| Mokka Ultimate Ev | Battery Electric | 10,899 | 6% |
| Mokka Se Turbo Auto | Petrol | 10,534 | 6% |
| Mokka Se S/S | Petrol | 10,405 | 6% |
| Mokka Gs Turbo | Petrol | 9,459 | 5% |
| Mokka Exclusiv Cdti S/S | Diesel | 9,335 | 5% |
| Mokka X Active Turbo Auto | Petrol | 8,768 | 5% |
| Mokka X Active Turbo S/S | Petrol | 8,349 | 5% |
| Mokka Exclusiv Turbo S/S | Petrol | 7,284 | 4% |
| Mokka Tech Line Cdti S/S | Diesel | 6,990 | 4% |
| Mokka Se Cdti S/S | Diesel | 6,951 | 4% |
| Mokka X Design Nav Ecotec S/S | Petrol | 6,435 | 3% |
| Mokka X Elite Nav Ecotec S/S | Petrol | 6,147 | 3% |
| Mokka X Active S/S | Petrol | 6,074 | 3% |
| Mokka Se Turbo S/S | Petrol | 5,991 | 3% |
| Mokka Se Cdti Auto | Diesel | 5,396 | 3% |
| Mokka Tech Line S/S | Petrol | 5,197 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 84.2% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2018 | 80.7% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2017 | 77.9% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2016 | 75% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
4 earlier years
| 2015 | 74.4% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2014 | 73.7% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2013 | 72.5% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2012 | 73% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Mokkas tested had between 34,406 and 57,394 miles on the clock.
At 45,763 median miles, the Mokka has 0.051 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Vauxhall models
| Vauxhall Corsa | 70.9% |
| Vauxhall Astra | 72.5% |
| Vauxhall Vivaro | 67.2% |
| Vauxhall Insignia | 75.3% |
| Vauxhall Zafira | 69.9% |
Common questions
What is the Vauxhall Mokka MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Mokka has a 76.7% MOT pass rate based on 341,052 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Mokka?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Mokka is a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 19,952 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
How many Vauxhall Mokkas are on UK roads?
There are 299,992 Vauxhall Mokkas currently licensed on UK roads, with 3,136 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Mokka at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Mokka is 45,763 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 34,406 and 57,394 miles.
Buying a used Mokka?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 76.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £105 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.