Vauxhall Meriva (2017)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 6,937 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,003

£167/month

MOT Pass Rate

84%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1398cc Petrol

Solid Option

84% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol1398cc9 years old6,937 tests42k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1398cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,003

Per month£167/mo

Per week£39/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

84% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data.

84% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Merivas from 2017 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 7 years old. That's based on 6,937 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 42,014 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 models419th of 540(bottom 23%)

Rank among Vauxhall models496th of 870(bottom half)

vs average of all models+2%(82% avg)

vs 2017 models average-3%(87% avg)

vs Vauxhall average+0%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

42,014

Average miles

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2017 Vauxhall Meriva had 42,014 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Vauxhall Meriva by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2018	94%	33	32,949 mi
2017	84%	6,937	42,014 mi
2016	83%	10,165	49,088 mi
2015	82%	13,281	56,416 mi
2014	81%	12,403	61,266 mi
2013	78%	13,584	69,704 mi
2012	78%	15,076	78,172 mi
2011	76%	25,841	87,952 mi
2010	73%	17,947	85,986 mi
2009	69%	10,176	83,758 mi
2008	68%	10,277	88,694 mi
2007	68%	9,146	90,049 mi
2006	66%	7,779	91,712 mi
2005	68%	4,663	92,298 mi
2004	67%	3,436	93,297 mi
2003	66%	686	91,455 mi

Similar Cars to Consider

Ford Fiesta

2015 · 998cc Petrol

£1,600/year

81%

-3%

Vauxhall Corsa

2015 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,153/year

78%

-6%

Ford Focus

2015 · 1596cc Petrol

£2,078/year

85%

+1%

Nissan Qashqai

2017 · 1200cc Petrol

£1,780/year

86%

+2%

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About the 2017 Vauxhall Meriva

The 2017 Vauxhall Meriva is a small family car. Our records list a 1398cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 6,937 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 23% of 2017 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 42,014 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Vauxhall Meriva owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2017 Vauxhall Meriva Fuel Costs

The 1398cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 Vauxhall Meriva?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Vauxhall Meriva Reliability Trend

Newer Vauxhall Merivas pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 12 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2017 Vauxhall Meriva

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. With 6,937 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2017 Vauxhall Meriva stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Vauxhall Meriva(2017)	84%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003
Ford Fiesta(2015)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£403
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£150
Ford Focus(2015)	85%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078+£75
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£223

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2017 Vauxhall Meriva

Is the 2017 Vauxhall Meriva reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 84% of MOT tests on 2017 Vauxhall Merivas ended in a pass, from 6,937 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 2 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2017 Vauxhall Meriva cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2017 Vauxhall Meriva?

84% of 6,937 MOT tests on the 2017 Vauxhall Meriva ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 419th of 540 models first registered in 2017 (bottom 23%).

Which year Vauxhall Meriva has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2017 Vauxhall Meriva has the highest MOT pass rate at 84% and the 2003 the lowest at 66%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2017 Vauxhall Meriva?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2017 Vauxhall Meriva is 42,014 miles, which is in line with the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.