2012 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · CK62 BDX

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred suspension and steering repairs. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 86,344 miles, it failed just two miles prior due to a fractured nearside front coil spring. The record shows recurring issues with the steering rack inner joints and worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. These faults suggest that the owner only addresses components once they approach failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,167 miles per year. Between the July 2023 and July 2024 tests, the car covered 4,216 miles, followed by another 4,193 miles in the year leading to the 2025 test. This low annual mileage suggests light use or short trips, but it can often lead to the degradation of rubber components like suspension bushes and seals, which explains the repeated failures in these areas despite the relatively low distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front-end geometry and steering system. The persistent play in the steering rack inner joints and the repeated wear on suspension arm bushes indicate that the steering assembly is nearing a comprehensive overhaul. Additionally, the front lower oil leak has been noted since July 2023 and persists through 2025; while the tester deemed it not excessive, it requires monitoring to ensure it does not evolve into a significant seal failure. The history of fractured coil springs and worn track rod ends further highlights that the suspension system is the weak point of this vehicle.