2006 Vauxhall Meriva Active 1.6L Petrol · RKZ 6031

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, passing its most recent inspection on 13 September 2025 at 122,326 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes in both 2024 and 2025. This suggests that while the vehicle is maintained to an operational standard, specific mechanical or safety issues are addressed only upon testing failure rather than through preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,116 miles per year over its twenty-year lifespan. There is a notable gap in records between January 2023 at 112,785 miles and June 2024 at 115,911 miles, representing a period of relatively low activity with only 3,126 miles covered. However, the recent accumulation of 900 miles between August and September 2025 indicates the car is currently being subjected to more frequent use, which is generally beneficial for keeping components moving and preventing seals from drying. Despite the clean-sheet passes, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. Given the history of failing just prior to passing, it is essential to check for signs of worn way bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers that may have triggered the previous failures. The age of the vehicle also necessitates a close look at the chassis and sills for structural corrosion, as these are common areas of concern for Vauxhall models of this era regardless of relatively low mileage.