Vauxhall logo

Vauxhall Meriva

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,364 cc

LP12 DAOMOT history

LP12 DAO is a silver petrol Vauxhall Meriva first used on 16 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 115,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LP12 DAO silver Vauxhall Meriva – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Meriva, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
115,452 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,329 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LP12 DAO in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Meriva
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DAO was last recorded at 115,452 miles on 7 May 2026, 12,083 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,369 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
12,083 miles
Average per year
7,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,452 miles
  • 2025 – 103,369 miles
  • 2024 – 91,506 miles
  • 2023 – 80,665 miles
  • 2022 – 74,265 miles
  • 2021 – 70,090 miles
  • 2020 – 65,415 miles
  • 2018 – 61,212 miles
  • 2017 – 53,478 miles
  • 2016 – 44,975 miles
  • 2015 – 35,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,452 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,452 miles
    Test number
    458217601167
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail115,446 miles (+12,077)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,446 miles
    Test number
    519517714659
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,369 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    103,369 miles
    Test number
    126423071934
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail103,300 miles (+11,794)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,300 miles
    Test number
    311325158661
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass91,506 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    91,506 miles
    Test number
    882914551845
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail91,506 miles (+10,841)2 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,506 miles
    Test number
    789915984147
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass80,665 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    80,665 miles
    Test number
    746803516321
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail80,665 miles (+6,400)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,665 miles
    Test number
    239230519611
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass74,265 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,265 miles
    Test number
    683822802461
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail74,265 miles (+4,175)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,265 miles
    Test number
    441026845262
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass70,090 miles (+4,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    70,090 miles
    Test number
    470386057284
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass65,415 miles (+4,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,415 miles
    Test number
    932696488346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass61,212 miles (+7,734)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    61,212 miles
    Test number
    282705198372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,478 miles
    Test number
    985023571992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,478 miles (+8,503)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,478 miles
    Test number
    255450127467
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass44,975 miles (+9,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,975 miles
    Test number
    408508791411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass35,955 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,955 miles
    Test number
    629843785129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LP12 DAO

Does LP12 DAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DAO is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DAO?
The MOT on LP12 DAO is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 DAO done?
LP12 DAO was recorded at 115,452 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 7,329 miles a year.
Has LP12 DAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DAO has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LP12 DAO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LP12 DAO find?
LP12 DAO passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

Related registrations

Browse all LP12D registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.