2009 Vauxhall Meriva 1.6L Petrol · DV59 VGF

The Vauxhall Meriva presents a currently roadworthy status following its most recent pass on 25 September 2025 at 50,059 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The DVSA entries show no defects, advisories, or mechanical faults at any stage, and the vehicle cleared its final test without issue. Two failed entries on the same dates as passes in 2023 and 2025, both at identical mileages and with no defects logged, point to administrative or documentation rejections rather than mechanical failure. Mileage stands at 50,059 against a 2009 build, giving an average of roughly 2,945 miles per year. The record shows 45,314 miles on 2 October 2023, 47,996 on 2 October 2024, and 50,059 on 25 September 2025. That is about 2,700 to 3,000 miles added annually, confirming very light use with no rapid accumulation or standing gaps between tests. Low yearly cover of this nature often means extended idle periods, which can allow corrosion or perished rubber components to develop unseen. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, as low-mileage Vauxhalls of this era commonly suffer unseen degradation from inactivity. Check exhaust emissions and structural underbody integrity for rust, particularly around sills and subframes, since the MOT record logs no advisories that would have flagged early decay. Given the clean test lineage and minimal mileage, previous owners appear to have kept the car lightly used and legally tested on time. The same-day fail and pass pairs suggest clerical slips at the testing station rather than deferred repairs. Verify service history and confirm the 2025 failure cause before purchase, but no recurring mechanical trend warns against the vehicle on the evidence supplied.