2010 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA1.6L Petrol

The vehicle's current roadworthiness appears stable following a successful MOT on 3 November 2025 at 169,042 miles. The record shows a pattern of intermittent failures that do not appear to stem from recurring mechanical defects, as the failures in October 2025 and November 2023 resulted in no recorded defects. This suggests the vehicle may have failed due to minor, non-mechanical issues such as incorrect lighting, wiper blades, or minor tyre tread depth issues that were rectified immediately before the subsequent pass. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,565 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, moving from 142,562 miles in November 2023 to 169,042 miles by November 2025. This consistent annual mileage suggests the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting idle for long periods, which typically helps prevent seized calipers or perished rubber components. Since the MOT history is remarkably clean of structural or heavy mechanical advisories, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should be on high-wear consumables. Given the 169,042 mileage, a buyer should carefully inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for signs of fatigue. The lack of recorded brake or exhaust issues is encouraging, but the tester should still verify the condition of the brake discs and the integrity of the exhaust system for corrosion. The absence of recurring failures for specific components like tyres or lights in the recent history indicates a proactive approach to maintenance. However, the sudden failure in October 2025 followed by a pass just days later indicates that minor compliance issues are being addressed. A physical check of the underbody for structural rust and a thorough inspection of all suspension joints remains necessary to confirm the vehicle's long-term mechanical health.