2023 Vauxhall Mokka electric: common problems and MOT failures
What MOT testers find on the electric Vauxhall Mokka first registered in 2023 (electric cars only): we looked at the 308 MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
Small sample: there were only 308 MOTs of these cars during 2023–2025, so treat the percentages as rough. The known faults below don't depend on it.
Common 2023 Vauxhall Mokka electric MOT failures and advisories
The share of 2023 Vauxhall Mokka electric MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Tyres16% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Lights and electrics3% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Brakes3% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Suspension3% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Seats and seatbelts3% of testsRough price £80–£250
At the viewing: Pull each seatbelt sharply. It should lock, and retract cleanly.
- Wipers, windscreen and mirrors2% of testsRough price £15–£250
At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.
Known faults on the 2023 Vauxhall Mokka electric
Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.
- 2022-2023 model years
Fuel leak recall (fire risk)
Vauxhall recalled some cars because a fuel pipe in the engine bay could leak and start a fire. What Car? lists the affected cars as 2022 and 2023 model years, and Auto Express dates the recall to April 2023.
At the viewing: Give the VIN to a Vauxhall dealer or use the DVSA recall checker to confirm the work has been done. Sniff for fuel in the engine bay.
Source: What Car?: used Vauxhall Mokka 2021-present reliability
- All versions; recalls on 2021-2022 cars
Suspension recalls and early wear
Some early cars were recalled because suspension parts were loose (June 2021) or the front springs weren't seated properly. More suspension recalls followed in February 2022. Dampers and ball joints can also wear out early on petrol, diesel and electric versions alike.
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over bumps, check the tyres for uneven wear, and look at recent MOT advisories for suspension.
Source: Auto Express: used Vauxhall Mokka Mk2 (2021-date) buyer's guide
- Mokka-e (electric) only
Mokka-e central locking faults
The locking on the electric Mokka-e can fail. Possible causes include a worn key fob, a weak 12V battery, a software bug or a blown fuse. The Mokka-e also had two software recalls, in May 2023 and January 2024.
At the viewing: Lock and unlock the car several times with each key, and ask the seller to show you the manual override on the passenger side.
Source: Auto Express: used Vauxhall Mokka Mk2 (2021-date) buyer's guide
- 2021 model year
Wiper recall (2021 cars)
Over 2,000 cars, all 2021 model year, were recalled because the windscreen wipers might not work properly in cold weather.
At the viewing: Run the wipers at all speeds and confirm the recall has been done.
Source: What Car?: used Vauxhall Mokka 2021-present reliability
Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2023 Vauxhall Mokka electric
Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.
- Has the fuel pipe recall been done, and do you have proof?
- Have the suspension recalls been carried out?
- Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?
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Other years
Every year of the Vauxhall Mokka compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2025 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2024 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2022 | 24,158 | Tyres 20% |
| 2021 | 25,471 | Tyres 19% |
| 2019 | 66,467 | Tyres 26% |
| 2018 | 94,034 | Tyres 29% |
| 2017 | 109,073 | Tyres 30% |
| 2016 | 118,769 | Tyres 31% |
| 2015 | 127,737 | Tyres 30% |
| 2014 | 94,005 | Suspension 35% |
| 2013 | 37,246 | Suspension 42% |
| 2012 | 2,349 | Suspension 43% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test done in Great Britain during 2023–2025, counting the MOTs of Vauxhall Mokka cars first registered in 2023. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score