2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite T A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,133 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite T A, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and suspension. Its pass rate of 92.1% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.6% | 63 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.3% | 26 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.2% | 25 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.5% | 17 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 9 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 63 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 14 |
| 3 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 14 |
| 4 | Washers | 11 |
| 5 | Ball joint dust cover | 10 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 13.2% | 149 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.2% | 127 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.1% | 58 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.0% | 57 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.2% | 47 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.6% | 18 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 798 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 319 | 12.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 530 | 6.4% |
| 2025 | 583 | 9.1% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Mokka Elite T A
Before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite T A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.6% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.6% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (2.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (2.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite T As pass their MOT?
92.1% of the 1,133 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite T A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite T A?
Visibility, recorded in 5.6% of tests, followed by tyres (2.3%).
Does the 2021 Mokka Elite T A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 12.5% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,133 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.