2009 Vauxhall Meriva 1.6L Petrol · KV09 LUJ

The 2009 Vauxhall Meriva is presently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 30 March 2026 at 43,391 miles with no defects recorded. The consecutive passes from April 2023 through March 2026 indicate a stable maintenance record, with no evidence of worsening mechanical condition. At 17 years old, the vehicle has accumulated only 43,391 miles, averaging roughly 2,550 miles per year, which is low for its age and suggests periods of limited use or standing. The interval between the September 2020 test at 20,155 miles and the April 2021 test at 21,712 miles represents a seven‑month gap with modest mileage increase, while the jump from 2022 to 2024 shows a more rapid accumulation of about 5,000 miles in two years, yet the overall trend remains one of low annual usage. The 2023 failure concerning a near‑side front tyre bulge was corrected, as the following day’s test at the same mileage recorded a pass with no defects. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension components, particularly the anti‑roll bar ball joint dust cover and front suspension bushes, which showed deterioration in 2016 and have not been revisited in recent tests. The front brake system warrants close examination: the near‑side front tyre exhibited a structural bulge in 2023, the brake discs have been noted as worn, pitted or scored since 2018, and the off‑side front brake pipe was identified as corroded in 2020 and again in 2020, indicating potential rust that may affect braking performance. Verification of headlamp aim, stop lamp functionality and washer operation is advisable given the 2020 findings, and any signs of structural rust or corrosion on the chassis should be inspected, given the history of brake pipe corrosion.