2005 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9L Diesel · KR55 AEY
2005 Vauxhall Zafira (1.9L, diesel). First registered 17 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 140,670 miles. MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,670 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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KR55 AEY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 140,670 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KR55 AEY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Zafira (KR55 AEY) between June 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 20 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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.
KR55 AEY Mileage History
- 11/06/2022133,529 mi
- 10/07/2023137,349 mi+3,820 mi
- 21/08/2024140,008 mi+2,659 mi
- 27/08/2025140,582 mi+574 mi
- 27/08/2026140,670 mi+88 mi
Average of roughly 1,696 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Good
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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