2017 Vauxhall Zafira 1.4L Petrol · DG67 ABZ

The Vauxhall Zafira’s most recent MOT, conducted just seven months ago on 16 October 2025, confirms it passed without any defects recorded—though it is worth noting the unusual back-to-back test dates at 58,011 and 58,012 miles, which suggests either a rushed or administrative retest rather than genuine mechanical progression. The absence of advisories or failings across the last three tests (2023, 2024, and 2025) indicates a stable roadworthiness trend, though the lack of any recorded issues does not preclude hidden wear. The vehicle’s compliance with emissions, brakes, and structural checks remains unchallenged, but the pattern of retests raises questions about whether the tester encountered borderline conditions that required verification. The recorded mileage of 58,012 miles over nine years equates to approximately 6,446 miles annually, a rate consistent with typical light-to-moderate usage for this model. There are no significant gaps in the MOT history, and the progression from 38,750 miles in October 2023 to 58,012 miles in October 2025 shows steady accumulation without abrupt spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity. This suggests the vehicle has been driven regularly rather than stored, which would have accelerated wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components. However, the lack of advisories in prior tests means no prior warnings about excessive wear or corrosion were documented. Given the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of suspension components—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes—for signs of fatigue or corrosion, as these are common failure points on this model. The brakes, though never failed, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been driven in mixed conditions. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, must be scrutinised for corrosion, as the Zafira’s bodywork is prone to rust in high-exposure areas. Finally, the exhaust system should be examined for leaks or excessive corrosion, as emissions tests historically flagged such issues on this model. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless, but it does indicate they have not yet reached a fail threshold.