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BK12 NLR

2012 Vauxhall Meriva

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,634 mi
Last recorded118,634 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Meriva51,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 NLR
MakeVauxhall
ModelMeriva
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 118,634 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 114,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 106,017 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 95,150 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 95,150 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low AJUSTED (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low AJUSTED (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 83,745 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 65,929 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 56,427 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 50,260 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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BK12 NLR is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BK12 NLR, 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 BK12 NLR registered?

BK12 NLR is a 2012 Vauxhall Meriva, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BK12 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 NLR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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