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BF12 FSD

2012 Vauxhall Meriva

Red Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,632 mi
Last recorded44,632 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Meriva51,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 FSD
MakeVauxhall
ModelMeriva
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 44,632 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 38,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing also (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing also (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 34,398 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Light lens cracked

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 31,262 miles

Nearside Rear Light lens cracked

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 28,037 miles

Nearside Rear Light lens cracked

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 25,239 miles

Nearside Rear Light lens cracked

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 22,490 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 18,584 miles

Front Both front tyres wearing out on the edges

Rear Both Rear tyres cracking on the wall

Pass 5 Dec 2017 14,701 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 10,939 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Dec 2015 7,142 miles

Rear NUMBER PLATE FADED

Fail 30 Nov 2015 6,988 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear NUMBER PLATE FADED

Pass 17 Dec 2014 5,366 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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BF12 FSD is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva in Red with a 1,364cc 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 BF12 FSD, 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 BF12 FSD registered?

BF12 FSD is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is BF12 FSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 FSD 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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