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AC08 FGX

2008 Vauxhall Meriva

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

71,146 mi
Last recorded71,146 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Meriva58,938 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 FGX
MakeVauxhall
ModelMeriva
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 71,146 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 71,146 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 64,828 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 59,804 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 56,780 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 56,780 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 54,287 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 53,848 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 52,790 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jun 2017 51,192 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 51,192 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 49,328 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 46,147 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Jun 2014 42,090 miles

All brake pads wearing thin.

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 42,090 miles

All brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 12 Jun 2013 36,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 31,159 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 24,834 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 24,834 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Meriva?

Based on 2,820,552 MOT tests across 186,055 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,593
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
186,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,414
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,354
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 45,385
coil spring broken 39,596
Stop lamp not working 39,031
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AC08 FGX is a 2008 Vauxhall Meriva in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Meriva models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 58,938 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Meriva fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,414 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 FGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Meriva typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Vauxhall Meriva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 FGX registered?

AC08 FGX is a 2008 Vauxhall Meriva, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is AC08 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 FGX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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