2013 Vauxhall Mokka — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 80,466 MOT tests analysed for the 2013 Vauxhall Mokka, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and steering. Its pass rate of 77.6% was below the average for small SUVs of a similar age (79.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 27.8% in the 150k+ group versus 9.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 13.3% | 10,691 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 7.3% | 5,870 |
| 3 | Steering | 4.8% | 3,827 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.7% | 3,798 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.1% | 3,276 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.0% | 3,198 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint dust cover | 6,329 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 4,716 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 4,002 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 3,168 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 2,890 |
| 6 | Wipers | 2,245 |
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 | 27.0% | 21,700 |
| 2 | Suspension | 21.3% | 17,136 |
| 3 | Brakes | 20.0% | 16,071 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 11.2% | 8,976 |
| 5 | Other defects | 10.5% | 8,432 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 7.0% | 5,624 |
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 | 2,051 | 9.8% |
| 30-60k | 19,094 | 16.9% |
| 60-90k | 32,902 | 22.9% |
| 90-120k | 18,884 | 26.2% |
| 120-150k | 5,912 | 27.9% |
| 150k+ | 1,617 | 27.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 47,211 | 23.2% |
| Petrol | 33,255 | 21.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 15,746 | 18.0% |
| 2022 | 16,130 | 20.8% |
| 2023 | 16,393 | 23.2% |
| 2024 | 16,329 | 24.8% |
| 2025 | 15,868 | 24.9% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Mokka
Before buying a 2013 Vauxhall Mokka, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 13.3% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (13.3% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (7.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Steering (4.8% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
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 2013 Vauxhall Mokkas pass their MOT?
77.6% of the 80,466 2013 Vauxhall Mokka MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Vauxhall Mokka?
Suspension, recorded in 13.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (7.3%).
Does the 2013 Mokka get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.8% in the 0-30k band to 27.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 80,466 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.