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BG12 DVJ

2012 Vauxhall Meriva

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,714 mi
Last recorded92,714 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Meriva51,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 DVJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelMeriva
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 92,714 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 84,896 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 77,215 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES STARTING TO CRACK (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 69,924 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 63,061 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 55,245 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 54,330 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 53,188 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 53,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 47,413 miles

Both front tyres perished and starting to split on inner side wall

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2018 41,262 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 41,262 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 34,514 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking to inner side wall and tread

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge and cracking

Pass 26 Apr 2016 28,093 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 20,486 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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BG12 DVJ is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva in Blue with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG12 DVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG12 DVJ registered?

BG12 DVJ is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva, first registered on 10 May 2012.

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The MOT history for BG12 DVJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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