2014 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Diesel · A13 NCW

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a history of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in February 2024 at 94,258 miles, this followed a significant failure just one week prior at 94,090 miles. That failure revealed critical mechanical defects including a fractured front coil spring, a split CV boot, and multiple bald tyres. The trend suggests the owner only addresses faults when an MOT failure is imminent, which often leaves the vehicle operating with degraded components between inspections. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 94,258 miles averages approximately 7,855 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a family vehicle. However, the data shows a period of low activity between February 2022 and February 2023, where only 5,647 miles were covered in a year. Such low annual mileage can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and seizing of braking components, which is supported by the binding nearside rear brake and poor parking brake efficiency noted in the February 2022 failure. A buyer must prioritise the structural integrity of the vehicle, specifically the suspension component mounting areas on the sills. The tester flagged corrosion in these areas during both 2023 and 2024, and while not classified as excessive at the time, rust is a progressive condition that requires close monitoring. Physical inspection should also focus on the front suspension bushes and CV boots, as these were identified as recurring points of failure in recent tests. Given the history of binding calipers and fluctuating brake pressure, a thorough check of the entire braking system is necessary to ensure no underlying issues have returned since the last recorded repairs.