2017 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · NU67 AEB

The vehicle maintains a clean roadworthiness record, with the most recent test on 25 June 2025 at 31,269 miles resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. This outcome continues a trend of consistent compliance, as the car has successfully cleared every annual inspection since 2023 without a single advisory notice. While the record shows brief failures immediately preceding the successful passes in 2024 and 2025, these appear to be administrative or testing anomalies rather than mechanical failures, given the absence of recorded defects for those dates. At nine years old and with only 31,269 miles on the odometer, the vehicle exhibits a low-usage profile averaging approximately 3,474 miles per annum. This light duty suggests the car has spent significant time stationary, which can sometimes lead to issues with seized brake components or perished rubber seals that do not always manifest during a standard MOT. The steady accumulation of roughly 3,000 miles between annual tests indicates a predictable, albeit infrequent, usage pattern that has not placed excessive strain on the drivetrain or major mechanical systems. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components prone to degradation from low usage and age rather than high-mileage wear. Check the condition of the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as vehicles that sit for long periods are susceptible to binding calipers and uneven pad wear. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or surface rust, and verify the integrity of the tyres for age-related cracking in the sidewalls, even if the tread depth remains sufficient. The lack of historical advisories is encouraging, but a thorough check of the underbody for structural corrosion remains prudent for any vehicle of this age.