2011 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · SB11 ADO

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-09-22 at 94,591 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating current roadworthiness. However, a prior test on 2025-09-18 at the same mileage failed without recorded defects, suggesting a potential administrative or technical error. The preceding tests from 2024-09-26 to 2022-10-07 consistently passed with no issues, establishing a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. No recurring mechanical or structural faults are evident in the history, though the recent fail raises questions about the reliability of the MOT process for this vehicle. The vehicle’s mileage of 94,591 miles aligns with an average of 6,306 annual miles over its 15-year lifespan, reflecting typical usage for its age. The MOT records show no significant gaps between tests, with intervals of approximately 12 months, suggesting consistent compliance with legal requirements. The lack of defects in the majority of tests implies no major mechanical or safety issues, though the identical mileage and near-consecutive fail/pass results in late 2025 warrant scrutiny. This pattern may indicate either a procedural anomaly or minimal wear, but further inspection is advised to confirm the vehicle’s condition. A buyer should prioritize checking the suspension system for worn bushes or coil springs, as these components often degrade with age and mileage. The brake system, including calipers and discs, should be inspected for binding or uneven wear, even though no defects were noted. Corrosion in the underbody or exhaust system, common in older vehicles, requires visual assessment. While the MOT history shows no critical failures, the recent unexplained fail highlights the need for a pre-purchase inspection to verify the vehicle’s mechanical integrity and address any hidden issues not captured in the recorded tests.