How much does a 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,737 (£145/month), including £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA?

The 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA has a 84% MOT pass rate based on 6,937 tests in 2026. This ranks 450 out of 579 cars from 2017.

Which year VAUXHALL MERIVA is most reliable?

The 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA has the highest MOT pass rate at 84%. The least reliable year is 2003 at 66%.

VAUXHALL MERIVA (2017)

Q: Is the 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 84% of VAUXHALL MERIVAs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 6,937 tests. That's 2 points above the national average of 82%.

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA?

The average mileage for a 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA is 42,014 miles, which is below the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 6,937 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

84%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1398cc Petrol

Solid Option

84% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1398cc9 years old6,937 tests42k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1398cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£1,737

Per month£145/mo

Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

84% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 9 years old, 84% of VAUXHALL MERIVAs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 6,937 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 42,014 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 cars450th of 579(top 78%)

Rank among VAUXHALL models498th of 882(top 56%)

vs national average+2%(82% avg)

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

vs VAUXHALL average+0%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

42,014

Average miles

66,600

Expected for age

The average 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA has 42,014 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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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

£1,390/year

81%

-3%

VAUXHALL CORSA

2015 · 1398cc Petrol

£1,722/year

78%

-6%

FORD FOCUS

2015 · 1596cc Petrol

£1,677/year

85%

+1%

NISSAN QASHQAI

2017 · 1200cc Petrol

£1,550/year

86%

+2%

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About the 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA

The 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA is a small family car with a 1398cc petrol engine. 6,937 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 78% of 2017 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 42,014 miles at 9 years old, VAUXHALL MERIVA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

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 £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 (£145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 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 show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 12 percentage points.

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

Based on the 2017 VAUXHALL MERIVA's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
VAUXHALL MERIVA(2017)	84%	£1137	£195	Grp 8-20	£1737
FORD FIESTA(2015)	81%	£955	£30	Grp 1-8	£1390-£347
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)	78%	£1137	£30	Grp 8-20	£1722-£15
FORD FOCUS(2015)	85%	£1137	£135	Grp 12-25	£1677-£60
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)	86%	£955	£190	Grp 5-15	£1550-£187

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.