2017 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4L Petrol · SW67 AEK

The Vauxhall Meriva presents a current roadworthy status with a pass recorded on 23 September 2025 at 64,453 miles, though the tester noted Nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes slightly worn and front subframe corroded but not seriously weakened. The maintenance trend moved from two clean passes in 2022 and 2023 to a sharp failure in September 2024, then corrected same day and settled into a stable condition with minor advisories. This pattern suggests a temporary lapse in basic upkeep that has since been resolved. Mileage advanced from 40,862 at the September 2022 test to 49,956 by September 2023 and 59,020 by September 2024, reflecting annual use around nine thousand miles. The final jump to 64,453 by September 2025 equates to roughly 5,400 miles in that year, indicating lighter recent running. Prior to the 2024 failure the history stayed free of defects across consecutive tests, showing the earlier owner kept consumables within limits. The September 2024 failure exposed a Nearside front tyre below legal tread, rear brake pads worn to the indicator, an Offside rear coil spring fractured and a hydraulic brake caliper leaking. Same day rectification secured a pass, but a buyer should physically confirm the replaced spring, caliper seal and tyre, and road test for binding or uneven braking. The slight wear on rear swivel bushes and subframe corrosion flagged in 2025 require underside inspection for progression, as unchecked corrosion can compromise mounting points despite the non serious label.