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BG62 EFX

2012 Vauxhall Meriva

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

37,599 mi
Last recorded37,599 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Meriva51,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 EFX
MakeVauxhall
ModelMeriva
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 37,599 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 32,627 miles

Nearside Front ns front cv slight leak

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 36,627 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine front crank oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front ns front cv slight leak

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 32,276 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 32,276 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 29,589 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 26,320 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 24,724 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 22,876 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 19,644 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 16,655 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 16,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 13,827 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 11,647 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 11,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BG62 EFX is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG62 EFX, 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 BG62 EFX registered?

BG62 EFX is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is BG62 EFX safe to buy?

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