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AU62 XFS

2012 Vauxhall Meriva

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,084 mi
Last recorded81,084 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Meriva51,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU62 XFS
MakeVauxhall
ModelMeriva
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 81,084 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Aug 2026 81,078 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 77,404 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 73,478 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 68,350 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 63,164 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 57,793 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 53,145 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 47,764 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 41,875 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 35,009 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 27,623 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 19,972 miles

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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AU62 XFS is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Meriva models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 51,725 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 AU62 XFS, 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 14 years old, this Vauxhall Meriva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU62 XFS registered?

AU62 XFS is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is AU62 XFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU62 XFS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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