2013 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · JU57 ACE

The 2025‑09‑18 MOT at 70,028 miles resulted in a pass, with the only noted defect being excessive edge wear on all four tyres (5.2.3 (e)). No structural, braking or emission failures were recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standards. The overall maintenance trend remains stable, as each successive test since 2018 has been passed after minor remedial work, suggesting that previous owners have addressed identified issues promptly. The recorded mileage shows a gradual increase of roughly 4,000 to 6,000 miles per year, from 41,687 miles in 2018 to 70,028 miles in 2025, which translates to an average annual usage of about 5,400 miles—low for a 13‑year‑old model but consistent with the yearly MOT intervals. No prolonged periods of inactivity are evident, as a test is documented each year, and the 2018 failure followed by a pass on the same day demonstrates responsive corrective action. Recurring observations merit close scrutiny: the repeated tyre edge wear across 2018, 2021 and 2025 points to possible suspension geometry or alignment problems, while the minor exhaust gas leak noted in 2021 (6.1.2 (a)) and earlier (2019) suggests aging exhaust components that should be inspected for corrosion or cracks. The presence of child seats that impede full inspection of the adult seat belt (2021, 2022) indicates interior modifications that could affect restraint system effectiveness and should be verified. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushes, wheel alignment and tyre tread pattern in person, test the brake function and condition of the discs, verify the integrity of the exhaust system for rust or leaks, and confirm that the seat belt operates freely despite any fitted child seat.