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2013 Vauxhall Meriva 1.7L Diesel · YR13 RRV

YR13 RRV

2013 Vauxhall Meriva (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2013. Recorded mileage 80,197 miles. MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL MERIVA
Year / Origin
2013 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 12 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
80,197 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.7L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 12 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2013
Engine
1686cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The most recent MOT on 2025-10-07 shows the vehicle passed but with a defect noted: the offside rear coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)). A separate fail on the same date included windscreen wiper effectiveness , registration plate lamp inoperative , and the same coil spring issue. This suggests unresolved corrosion and intermittent electrical or mechanical faults. The offside rear coil spring corrosion has been recorded in every MOT since 2023 , indicating a persistent issue. This could signal ongoing exposure to moisture, road salt, or inadequate maintenance, potentially leading to structural weakness or failure. The windscreen wiper problems also recur, with defective blades (2024) and inoperative wipers (2025), pointing to aging components or electrical faults. The trend shows no improvement in these issues. Corrosion and wiper defects have persisted across multiple MOTs, while the electronic parking brake failure (2024) and brake performance issues (linked to the parking brake) highlight potential safety risks. These suggest a pattern of gradual deterioration rather than isolated incidents. The vehicle’s mileage (80,197 miles over 13 years) averages 6,169 miles per year , which is typical for its age .
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YR13 RRV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
  • 80,197 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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YR13 RRV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 18:59
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Vauxhall Meriva (YR13 RRV) between October 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Brake performance unable to be tested unable to complete due to parking brake (1.2.1 (g))”; “Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

YR13 RRV Mileage History

  1. 03/10/202372,278 mi
  2. 01/10/202476,697 mi+4,419 mi
  3. 02/10/202476,698 mi+1 mi
  4. 07/10/202580,197 mi+3,499 mi
  5. 07/10/202580,197 mi

Average of roughly 3,935 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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