2005 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · KH05 TWL
2005 Vauxhall Zafira (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 79,759 miles. MOT expired on 22 Apr 2022.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Apr 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (09 Dec 2021)
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,759 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KH05 TWL Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2021
- 79,759 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KH05 TWL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Zafira (KH05 TWL) between August 2008 and April 2021.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 23 April 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
KH05 TWL Mileage History
- 28/08/200831,311 mi
- 21/09/200939,180 mi+7,869 mi
- 24/09/201046,784 mi+7,604 mi
- 25/07/201158,588 mi+11,804 mi
- 18/09/2012123,370 mi+64,782 mi
- 18/09/2012123,370 mi
- 16/10/201365,019 mi-58,351 mi
- 13/10/201466,580 mi+1,561 mi
- 19/10/201567,714 mi+1,134 mi
- 04/04/201769,815 mi+2,101 mi
- 25/04/201872,273 mi+2,458 mi
- 25/04/201872,273 mi
- 29/04/201975,107 mi+2,834 mi
- 29/04/201975,107 mi
- 22/04/202179,759 mi+4,652 mi
- 23/04/202179,759 mi
Average of roughly 3,829 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Zafira B
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Heater blower resistor fire risk / recall historySerious
The Zafira B was subject to major UK recall action over heater resistor and wiring issues that could overheat and, in the worst cases, cause fire.
- M32 gearbox bearing failureSerious
The same weak 6-speed manual gearbox used in Astra applications appears here too and can whine or fail expensively.
- Coil pack and ignition module failuresModerate
Petrol engines commonly misfire under load because of failed coil packs or ignition modules.
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