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LF55 UBW

2005 Opel Meriva

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,066 mi
Last recorded155,066 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Opel Meriva54,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 UBW
MakeOpel
ModelMeriva
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 155,066 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer tread. 185/60/r15-88h

Engine light on.

Fail 4 Nov 2017 154,921 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall. 185/60/r15-88h (4.1.D.1b)

Engine light on.

N/S/F tyre wearing on inner and outer tread. 185/60/r15-88h

O/S/F tyre wearing on inner and outer tread. 185/60/r15-88h

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 22 Oct 2016 132,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

play in inner steering joints

Fail 22 Oct 2016 132,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

play in inner steering joints

How Reliable is the Opel Meriva?

Based on 886 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
5,234
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 28
Stop lamp not working 20
position lamp(s) not working 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
fog lamp not working 15
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LF55 UBW is a 2005 Opel Meriva in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Opel Meriva models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 54,198 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 Opel Meriva fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF55 UBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Meriva typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Opel Meriva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF55 UBW registered?

LF55 UBW is a 2005 Opel Meriva, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is LF55 UBW safe to buy?

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