2016 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · CP16 CCN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 69,807 miles passed, it revealed an advisory for a nearside front tyre being worn to the legal limit. This mirrors a pattern seen in March 2024, where both front tyres were flagged for excessive edge wear, suggesting that the owner only replaces consumables once they reach the point of failure or advisory. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a steady progression of roughly 8,000 miles between March 2023 and March 2024, and another 8,300 miles between March 2024 and March 2025. This regular usage is generally beneficial for preventing the seizing of mechanical seals and brake components, though the relatively low annual mileage can sometimes hide underlying corrosion or rubber degradation that only appears after longer periods. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension and steering geometry due to recurring issues. The March 2023 test identified play in the steering rack inner joints and a worn shock absorber bush, while the failure in March 2024 was caused by fractured rear coil springs on both sides. These faults suggest the suspension system is under stress. You should check for uneven tyre wear across all axles, which would indicate that the alignment remains out of specification following the previous spring replacements. The record also consistently notes that child seats prevented a full inspection of the adult seatbelts. This means the interior safety condition and the integrity of the belt mounting points remain unverified by the tester. Ensure these seats are removed during a physical inspection to confirm that the belts are not fraying and that the tension retracting mechanisms function smoothly without obstruction.