2021 Vauxhall Mokka E — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 369 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Vauxhall Mokka E, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 89.4% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.1%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.3% | 16 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.1% | 15 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.8% | 14 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 4 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 17 |
| 2 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 12 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 4 | Ball joint dust cover | 4 |
| 5 | Washers | 3 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 3 |
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 | 20.1% | 74 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.4% | 20 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.1% | 19 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.1% | 19 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.4% | 9 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 1 |
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 | 253 | 9.1% |
| 30-60k | 109 | 12.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 172 | 7.6% |
| 2025 | 197 | 13.2% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Mokka E
Before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Mokka E, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.3% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.3% 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.
- Suspension (4.1% 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.
- Tyres (3.8% 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.
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 Es pass their MOT?
89.4% of the 369 2021 Vauxhall Mokka E MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Vauxhall Mokka E?
Visibility, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by suspension (4.1%).
Does the 2021 Mokka E get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.1% in the 0-30k band to 12.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 369 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.