Opel Mokka A 1.4 Turbo, 140 PS, 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive (2012–2016)

Research for this car

• Generation guide Opel Mokka A (2012-2019): known problems and buying guide

  Buy the 1.6 petrol or a 1.6 CDTI with service records. Check the 1.4 Turbo chain, cooling and pistons before paying.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. On a 1.4 Turbo, start the engine cold and listen. A rattle or clatter on start means a stretched timing chain. Gebrauchtwagenberater advises walking away if you hear it.
2. On a 1.4 Turbo, ask for service records and listen for knocking under load. Piston damage can start from about 50,000 km. Walk away if the engine knocks or loses power.
3. On a 4x4, check that the rear drive engages and that the dash shows no "Allradantrieb aus" message. Ask whether the 2013-2014 software update was done.
4. On a 1.4 Turbo, check the coolant level with the engine cold. Look for leaks at the expansion tank and water pump. Ask whether the thermostat or pump was replaced.
5. Check the oil level after the test drive and ask for oil service records. Oil loss is common on this car, and repairs are costly.
6. On a 1.4 Turbo, pull away from rest in first gear. A hesitation or stumble is the software fault in the table. Ask whether a software update was done.
7. Check the VIN for open recall campaigns with a Vauxhall or Opel dealer. The campaigns in the table may apply to your car.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions