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Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo reliable? We analysed 2,803 real MOT tests across 1,047 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,803 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.9%
Typical Mileage
25,949mi
Annual Mileage
6,620mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo.

Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84.1%
2022
84.8%
2021

Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 79

Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,366 mi/yr
Typical
6,620 mi/yr
Average
7,464 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,388 mi/yr

Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 63 84.1% 14,863 24,216 30,890
2021 2,628 84.8% 18,027 25,728 34,742

How Long Does a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo Last?

Based on 1,047 Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.5 years
Median
3.0 years

Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,949 mi
75th Percentile
35,143 mi
95th Percentile
52,074 mi
Max Recorded
136,926 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

84.8% MOT pass rate from 2,628 tests

Year to avoid
2022

84.1% MOT pass rate from 63 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.8% across 2,628 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo THIS CAR 84.9% 2,803 25,949 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa 69.7% 26,893,546 58,908 mi 33 yrs
Vauxhall Astra 71.9% 25,288,868 76,280 mi 34 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira 71.9% 8,488,627 75,062 mi 27 yrs
Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 86.1% 1,318 7,568 mi 22 yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo?

The Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% across 2,803 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo owner drives around 6,620 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo reliable?
Based on 2,803 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo has a 84.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo does around 6,620 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Mokka SE Turbo is 2021 with a 84.8% pass rate across 2,628 tests.