Used Vauxhall Meriva 2010-2017 reliability review

The Meriva is attractive, roomy and refined, but it’s not great to drive and younger rivals are more economical

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What should I look for in a used Vauxhall Meriva?

The Meriva will have been used mostly in the cut and thrust of urban traffic, in city centre car parks and on school runs. It’s worth checking the front and rear for scuffs and dents, and the alloy wheels (if fitted) for kerb damage. Look at the operation of both the rear doors and rear seats, making sure the latter slide and recline as they should.

Is a used Vauxhall Meriva reliable?

The Meriva has a good reputation for reliability, as did its predecessor, with few reported breakdowns. It’s known for being one of the more reliable cars in the small MPV class.

Vauxhall as a brand finished in 18th place out of 32 manufacturers in our latest reliability survey.

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