2010 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · FH10 CCU

The Vauxhall Meriva presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 26 October 2024 at 125,771 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the three prior passes show no advisories or faults. The vehicle has cleared every assessment since December 2021 without mechanical or structural concerns. Recorded mileage sits at 125,771 against a 2010 build, averaging roughly 7,861 miles per year, which is typical for the age. The DVSA log shows steady annual use: 98,365 miles in December 2021, 109,522 by November 2022, 115,197 in November 2023, and 125,771 in October 2024. A single failed entry on 3 November 2022 at 109,522 miles carries no listed defects, indicating an administrative rejection rather than a fault, and the same-day pass confirms the car was compliant. The sparse, clean record gives no evidence of neglected consumables or deferred repairs. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection before purchase. Sixteen years of service on original suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs will incur age-related fatigue even without MOT flags. Examine subframe and sills for corrosion, check for weeping dampers, and measure brake disc run-out. The absence of advisories across four tests suggests previous owners kept the car to minimum standards rather than proactively replacing worn items. Verify service history, assess tyre sidewall condition, and confirm emissions remain within limits under load.