VAUXHALL ZAFIRA2014 · 2.0L DIESEL

The 2014 Vauxhall Zafira presents a broadly stable mechanical picture, with a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 17 February 2026 at 77,941 miles. No defects were recorded on that test, which is a positive indicator. The maintenance trend over the last three years shows a clear improvement after a notable failure in early 2025, suggesting a previous owner addressed a serious suspension fault promptly. The record since then has been consistently clean, pointing to a vehicle that is currently in sound, roadworthy condition. The mileage progression tells a coherent story of steady, moderate use. The car covered roughly 7,250 miles between the February 2025 test at 70,691 miles and the February 2026 test at 77,941 miles. Looking further back, the annual increments between 2023 and 2025 hover around 6,000 to 6,800 miles per year. This is entirely typical for a family MPV of this age and does not raise any red flags about long periods of standing or sudden high-mileage accumulation that could mask neglect or excessive wear. The single significant fault in the record is the fractured offside rear coil spring flagged in the 20 February 2025 failure at 70,542 miles. A broken coil spring is a critical structural defect, not a minor advisory, and its presence at that mileage suggests the component may have succumbed to fatigue or corrosion rather than simple wear. The fact that the car passed its 2026 test without any suspension-related advisories is reassuring, but a prospective buyer should still physically inspect the rear suspension. Pay close attention to the condition of both rear coil springs for any signs of cracking or corrosion, and check the suspension bushes and dampers for uneven wear or oil misting that could indicate impending failure. The repeated child seat obstruction advisories on the rear adult belts are a minor housekeeping issue rather than a mechanical concern, though it would be wise to remove any child seats and verify the full retraction and locking function of both rear seatbelts during a test drive.