2015 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · MJ65 DNE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT on 05 September 2025 at 88,198 miles. The maintenance trend shows a reactive approach rather than preventative care. While the car failed just one day prior due to fractured offside front and rear coil springs, these issues were addressed immediately to secure a clean pass. This indicates that the current owner is willing to rectify safety-critical suspension failures once flagged, though the simultaneous failure of two springs suggests components reaching the end of their fatigue life. The mileage is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with 7,640 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 8,637 miles between 2024 and 2025. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of inactivity, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and seals despite the age-related wear. A physical inspection should focus on the persistent oil leak noted in September 2024. Although the tester described it as not excessive at that time, the recurrence of the fault in the following year suggests a slow leak that remains stable but requires monitoring. The buyer should also verify the central rear seat belt buckle, which was a failure in 2024, to ensure it was replaced or repaired. Given the recent spring failures, a thorough check of the shock absorbers and suspension bushings for wear or play is advisable to ensure the suspension geometry has not suffered undue stress from the broken springs.