Vauxhall Meriva (2010 - 2017) 1.7 CDTi 16V (100bhp) SE 5d (2010/60) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Getting old.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

No idea.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Never no way not a chance.

What are you likely to buy next?

Don't know but definitely not a Vauxhall.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£14,500

When did you buy the car?

September 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

No. Salesman had very little knowledge of vehicle.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

It's ok to drive nothing special the brakes are extremely good and have saved us from accidents on several occasions.There is a scary delay in throttle response when pulling away.To be honest the delay is potentially dangerous.If you needed to get out of the way quickly when pulling away you would have no chance. The fuel economy is nowhere near the quoted mileage.In winter we get 33mpg summer 36mpg. The system used to clean the DPF will degrade your oil.We now have to get the car serviced every 10 months.

What's it like to park?

Steering is heavier than it should be.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Problems with DPF blocking up. Manufacturer fitted Michelin tyres had to be replaced after sidewalls split.Front tyres wear unevenly now on third set in 25,000 miles.Camber, caster and tracking have all been checked nothing wrong. Problems with door locks not locking after accessing boot. Battery failure on Christmas day. Electronic parking brake sometimes sticks ups and won't release. Needed new front brake pads at 22,000 miles. Service light came on it was a glow plug failed at 39,000 all four replaced.

What's most practical about your car?

Doors and folding flat rear seats.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Cruise control and the ability to switch from auto to manual gearbox.