2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite Turbo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 6,161 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite Turbo, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 91.0% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.4% in the 60-90k group versus 7.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.7% | 290 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.0% | 184 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.6% | 160 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.5% | 90 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 58 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 24 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 306 |
| 2 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 103 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 64 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 62 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 58 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 57 |
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 | 16.3% | 1,003 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.8% | 850 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.6% | 343 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.5% | 276 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.7% | 168 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.0% | 59 |
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 | 4,452 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 1,642 | 13.8% |
| 60-90k | 62 | 19.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 47 | 6.4% |
| 2024 | 2,919 | 6.6% |
| 2025 | 3,193 | 11.3% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Mokka Elite Turbo
Before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite Turbo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.7% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.7% 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 (3.0% 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 (2.6% 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 Elite Turbos pass their MOT?
91.0% of the 6,161 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite Turbo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Vauxhall Mokka Elite Turbo?
Visibility, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by suspension (3.0%).
Does the 2021 Mokka Elite Turbo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 19.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,161 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.