2014 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · CE64 RLX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent MOT conducted on September 9, 2025 at 43,418 miles resulted in a clean pass, following a mysterious failure just one day prior at 43,403 miles. This immediate rectification suggests a minor technicality or a specific component failure that was addressed instantly, as the vehicle has maintained a clean record without advisories across the previous three tests. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per annum. Between September 2022 at 25,615 miles and September 2024 at 38,024 miles, the car covered 12,409 miles, indicating consistent low-intensity use. Such low mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain, engine components, and suspension. However, long periods of inactivity can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components or corrosion on brake discs if the vehicle is not driven frequently enough to maintain optimal temperatures and operation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage storage. While the record shows no structural failures or recurring mechanical issues, the age warrants checking for perished tyres, cracked wiper blades, and seized brake calipers that result from infrequent use. Given the single failure in September 2025, verifying the specific part that was replaced would be prudent to ensure it was not a symptom of a developing fault that has yet to manifest in the advisories.