2016 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · DN66 DHM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite a consistent pattern of immediate MOT repairs. The most recent test on 15 December 2025 at 71,619 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure on the same day. This trend suggests the previous owner is proactive in addressing identified defects to maintain legal compliance, though the lack of recorded advisories across the last three years indicates that minor developing issues are being overlooked between annual inspections. The mileage profile is consistent with typical annual usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,162 miles per year. Between the December 2023 test at 58,107 miles and the December 2024 test at 64,355 miles, the car covered 6,248 miles. The subsequent interval saw 7,264 miles driven prior to the December 2025 test. This steady accumulation suggests a regular usage pattern which is generally beneficial for the health of the drivetrain and suspension components compared to low-mileage vehicles. While the record shows no recurring structural or mechanical failures, the repeated failures followed by instant passes often point to minor consumable items such as bulbs, wipers, or minor tyre adjustments. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and brake lines for signs of perish, as these often do not trigger MOT advisories. Given the age of the Meriva, checking the underside for surface corrosion and the condition of the rubber components remains essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked material degradation over time.