2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9L Petrol · AF08 HJB

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.