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BW65 FXU

2016 Vauxhall Meriva

White Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,258 mi
Last recorded50,258 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Meriva34,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW65 FXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelMeriva
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 50,258 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 48,109 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 44,413 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 44,411 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))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 40,275 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 17 Jan 2022 35,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 30,984 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 26,211 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 20,588 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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BW65 FXU is a 2016 Vauxhall Meriva in White with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Meriva models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,708 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 BW65 FXU, 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 10 years old, this Vauxhall Meriva is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BW65 FXU?

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What year was BW65 FXU registered?

BW65 FXU is a 2016 Vauxhall Meriva, first registered on 26 January 2016.

Is BW65 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW65 FXU 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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