2013 Vauxhall Meriva 1.7L Diesel · FP62 UCW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT pass on 31 July 2025 at 42,824 miles. While the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes on the same day, the current record indicates that the owner proactively addresses and resolves issues before testing. The lack of any recorded advisories in the last two tests suggests that the mechanical and structural components currently meet the minimum safety standards without immediate remedial requirements. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,300 miles per year. Between July 2023 at 36,145 miles and July 2025 at 42,824 miles, the car covered only 6,679 miles over two years. This low usage often results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber-based parts, perish, and brake components which may suffer from long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age rather than wear and tear, specifically checking for dry rot in the tyres and corrosion on the suspension arms. Because the failures in 2023 and 2025 occurred without recorded defects in the digital summary, they were likely related to minor items like light bulbs or minor adjustments that were rectified instantly. Inspect the brake discs for pitting and the brake fluid for moisture contamination to ensure the low mileage has not led to seized calipers or perished seals.