2016 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · DP66 CDE

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean MOT record in its most recent inspection. The October 2025 test at 81,871 miles returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of successful testing throughout 2024 and 2025, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a roadworthy condition without recurring mechanical failures or structural issues. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,187 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression from 57,813 miles in October 2023 to 71,663 miles in October 2024, and finally reaching 81,871 miles by October 2025. This steady usage pattern suggests regular road use rather than long periods of standing, which helps mitigate risks associated with perished rubber components or seized brake calipers. While the recent history is clean, the October 2023 record shows two failures at 57,813 and 57,825 miles before the eventual pass. Although no specific faults were documented in the provided summary, these failures indicate that the vehicle required remedial work during that period. A buyer should verify that the issues causing those 2023 failures were fully resolved and did not lead to long-term wear on the drivetrain or suspension. Given the current mileage and age, a physical inspection should focus on common wear items that MOT testers often overlook. Pay close attention to the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and the integrity of the underside to check for corrosion. While the MOT history is positive, checking the brake discs for uneven wear and inspecting the tyres for sidewall damage remains a necessary step for a complete assessment.