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2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9L Petrol · AF08 HJB

AF08 HJB

2008 Vauxhall Zafira (1.9L, petrol). First registered 17 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 138,945 miles. MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
Year / Origin
2008 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 19 Sept 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
138,945 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.9L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 19 Sept 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1910cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last several years. The most recent inspection conducted in September 2023 at 138,945 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the vehicle met minimum safety standards at that time. While a failure was noted earlier in August 2022, the immediate rectification and pass on the same day suggest the owner was proactive in addressing identified mechanical issues rather than allowing them to persist. At 138,945 miles over 18 years, this Vauxhall Zafira averages approximately 7,700 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a family vehicle. The data shows consistent use, with a roughly 15,000-mile interval between 2020 and 2021, and another 9,300 miles between August 2021 and 2022. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to perished rubber components or seized brake calipers. However, given that the last recorded MOT is now nearly three years old as of June 2026, the current mechanical state of the vehicle is unverified and requires an immediate inspection. A buyer must prioritize a physical check of the structural integrity and suspension components, as these are common failure points for vehicles of this age and mileage. Look for significant corrosion on the sills, wheel arches, and subframe points which may have developed since the last recorded test. Because the record shows no specific advisories in recent years, the buyer should still manually inspect for wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and thinning of brake discs. The age of the vehicle also necessitates a thorough check for fluid leaks and hose condition to ensure the drivetrain remains reliable despite the relatively clean MOT history.
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AF08 HJB Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/09/2023
  • 138,945 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

AF08 HJB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Sept 2026, 11:46
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Zafira (AF08 HJB) between August 2022 and September 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 21 September 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 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.

PASS
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ADVISORY

AF08 HJB Mileage History

  1. 18/08/2022131,856 mi
  2. 18/08/2022131,856 mi
  3. 21/09/2023138,945 mi+7,089 mi

Average of roughly 6,485 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
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