2016 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · FV66 DXP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a valid MOT certificate issued on 17 March 2026. The maintenance trend shows a slight decline in the condition of the chassis and suspension components. While the most recent test passed at 77,059 miles, the tester flagged worn pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. These advisories indicate the onset of wear that will eventually require component replacement to maintain handling and tyre wear patterns. The mileage pattern is irregular. The car covered very little distance between December 2019 and April 2023, moving from 11,420 to 26,741 miles over nearly four years. This period of low usage likely contributed to the failures seen in December 2021 at 16,262 miles, where the tester noted cracked tyre sidewalls and a fractured nearside front coil spring. Since April 2023, the vehicle has seen a significant increase in use, adding over 50,000 miles in three years. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The recurring issues with the front end, starting with the fractured coil spring in 2021 and ending with the worn suspension arm bushes in 2026, suggest this area is under consistent stress. The April 2025 test at 54,029 miles also highlighted pitted and scored rear brake discs on both sides. Given the rapid increase in mileage since that date, these discs may now require replacement. Check the current condition of the tyres and the front lower arms. The history of cracked sidewalls and worn edges suggests the vehicle may have suffered from periods of stagnation or poor alignment. Ensure the suspension arm bushes have been addressed since the March 2026 test to avoid premature tyre wear or compromised steering precision.