Vauxhall Mokka MOT pass rate
In 2023, the Vauxhall Mokka passed 74.3% of its first MOT tests, from 220,322 tests in Great Britain. That is 2.9 points above the 71.4% average for all cars, taxis and light vans.
Most common Vauxhall Mokka MOT failures
The area that failed most often was suspension, affecting 8.9% of tests. The red line shows the average for all cars.
- Suspension 8.9% vs 8.9%
- Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 7.9% vs 11.3%
- Visibility 5.0% vs 4.8%
- Tyres 4.8% vs 6.3%
- Brakes 4.6% vs 6.8%
- Noise, emissions and leaks 2.5% vs 3.1%
- Body, chassis, structure 1.7% vs 3.4%
- Steering 1.7% vs 1.8%
- Ball joint dust cover 4.4% vs 0.7%
- Wipers 3.6% vs 2.2%
- Coil spring 3.2% vs 2.6%
- Position lamp 3.2% vs 2.8%
- Brake pads 3.0% vs 2.1%
- Tyres: condition 2.4% vs 3.7%
- Headlamp aim 2.2% vs 3.3%
- Track rod end 1.6% vs 1.4%
Top reasons for failure
| Reason for failure | Share of tests |
|---|---|
| Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt | 4.1% |
| Wipers: Does not clear the windscreen effectively | 3.6% |
| Coil spring: Fractured or broken | 3.2% |
| Position lamp: Not working | 3.2% |
| Brake pads: Less than 1.5 mm thick | 2.8% |
| Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | 1.4% |
| Headlamp: Not working on dipped beam | 1.4% |
| Exhaust system: Has a major leak of exhaust gases | 1.4% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring system: Malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 1.1% |
| Malfunction indicator lamp: Inoperative or indicates a malfunction | 1.1% |
Vauxhall Mokka pass rate by age
The pass rate changes with age: 83.2% for cars aged 3 to 5 years and 65.2% for those aged 10 to 14 years. Older cars usually fail more often because parts like suspension, brakes and exhausts wear with time and mileage.
- 3 to 5 years 83.2% vs 71.4%
- 6 to 9 years 72.0% vs 71.4%
- 10 to 14 years 65.2% vs 71.4%
Pass rate by fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 162,255 | 76.5% |
| Diesel | 58,066 | 68.4% |
Most common Vauxhall Mokka advisories
Advisories do not fail the test, but they often become failures by the next MOT. These were noted most often:
- Tyres: condition 14.8%
- Tread depth 12.8%
- Brake pads 11.0%
- Vehicle 7.3%
- Brake discs 7.0%
- Exhaust system 4.6%
- Engine oil leaks 4.3%
- Pins and bushes 3.0%
See MOT advisories explained for what to do about them.
How we worked this out
These figures come from DVSA's anonymised MOT testing data for 2023, covering every class 4 MOT test in Great Britain (cars, taxis and light vans). We count normal tests only, not retests. A test counts as a first-time pass if the vehicle passed without any repairs. Tests where defects were fixed at the test centre within an hour (PRS) count as fails, in line with DVSA's own statistics. Failure areas show the share of tests with at least one failure in that area, so the figures add up to more than the fail rate.
Other Vauxhall models
- Vauxhall Corsa (62.5%)
- Vauxhall Astra (65.2%)
- Vauxhall Zafira (61.0%)
- Vauxhall Insignia (68.1%)
- Vauxhall Vivaro (55.2%)
- Vauxhall Meriva (62.4%)
- Vauxhall Combo (58.4%)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Mokka?
In 2023, 74.3% of Vauxhall Mokka MOT tests were passed first time, from 220,322 tests in Great Britain. The average for all cars, taxis and light vans was 71.4%.
What is the most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Mokka?
The most common failure area was suspension, which caused 8.9% of tests to fail. Next came lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (7.9%) and visibility (5.0%).
Is the Vauxhall Mokka reliable at its MOT?
Its first-time pass rate of 74.3% is 2.9 points above the average and ranks 33 of the 100 most-tested models. Age and mileage matter more than the model, so always check the history of the car you are buying.
How do I check a Vauxhall Mokka's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT history check. You will see every test, the mileage at each test and all failures and advisories.