2016 Vauxhall Meriva Exclusiv AC 1.4L Other · BX16 EXL

The 2024‑09‑10 MOT at 165,857 miles passed with no defects recorded, confirming a stable maintenance trend that has persisted since the 2023‑04‑17 test at 164,862 miles and the 2023‑03‑27 test that showed a failure but no recorded defects. The vehicle’s 165,857 miles over roughly ten years equate to about 16,586 miles per year, a high figure for a 2016 model that suggests intensive use. The mileage jump from 147,997 miles at the 2021‑11‑04 test to 164,817 miles by the 2023‑03‑27 test represents an accumulation of 16,820 miles in just over a year and a half, indicating rapid mileage gain during that period, while the subsequent increase to 165,857 miles by the 2024‑09‑10 test was much slower. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, check the rear brake calipers for binding, examine the brake discs for scoring, and verify tyre tread depth meets the legal minimum. Particular attention should also be given to any signs of structural rust, exhaust corrosion, and the condition of the drivetrain components. Overall the MOT history shows no recurring serious mechanical faults, but the high mileage warrants a thorough in‑person inspection of wear items and any potential structural corrosion before purchase.