2009 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · SH59 OSN

The most recent MOT record from 19 November 2025 indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension components. While the vehicle passed this test, the tester issued five separate advisories covering corrosion and wear. These include a corroded rear sub-frame, corroded rear coil springs on both sides, a nearside front brake pipe showing corrosion, and a nearside rear shock absorber with reduced damping. This follows a failure on 18 November 2025 where the nearside rear service brake was found to be excessively binding. The vehicle has covered 37,470 miles over its 17-year lifespan, averaging approximately 2,204 miles per year. This low annual mileage is consistent with the recorded data, though the MOT history shows intermittent issues with consumables. For instance, the 14 November 2024 failure for dangerous tyre tread depths on both front tyres suggests periods where basic maintenance was overlooked. The records show a pattern of low usage rather than rapid mileage accumulation. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the vehicle's underside due to the recurring advisories for corrosion. The rear sub-frame and brake pipes require close scrutiny to determine the extent of the degradation. The suspension system also shows multiple points of concern, specifically the worn offside front suspension arm bush noted in 2025 and the previous steering rack inner joint play reported in November 2024. The braking system requires a thorough check, as the history shows a progression from a corroded brake hose ferrule in 2024 to a binding rear brake and thin pads in late 2025. Additionally, the exhaust system has a history of leaks, with a major leak recorded in November 2022 and minor leaks noted in 2021. Given the age and the specific advisories, the integrity of the chassis and the condition of the damping components are the primary technical risks. buying_score: 42 risk_level: High.