2014 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Diesel · AF60 ADF

The 2025‑08‑13 MOT at 132,045 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester recorded near‑side front tyre worn close to the legal limit, an off‑side front tyre fitted the wrong way round, and a near‑side rear tyre worn close to the limit; the parking brake was found inoperative on one side and efficiency below requirements. This follows a series of tests where tyre wear and parking‑brake deficiencies recur, indicating a maintenance trend that is neither improving nor deteriorating dramatically, but the vehicle remains roadworthy pending corrective work. The recorded mileage of 132,045 miles over roughly 12 years averages 11,004 miles per year, which is typical for a 2014 Zafira. However, the interval from the 2020‑12‑01 test (70,844 miles) to the 2021‑08‑16 test (83,813 miles) added 12,969 miles in eight months, and the period from 2023‑07‑28 (106,331 miles) to the 2025‑08‑13 test (132,045 miles) contributed a further 25,714 miles in 13 months, suggesting accelerated usage and heightened wear on consumables. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear coil springs for the corrosion and fracture noted in 2024 and 2020, checking for rust, cracks and proper seating, and verify that the rear service brakes are not binding and that the parking brake lever moves freely without excessive play. Examination of the brake discs, pads and calipers is essential, as thin pads and a binding rear brake have repeatedly been recorded, and the parking brake mechanism must be adjusted or repaired to meet efficiency standards. Finally, the tyre condition demands immediate attention: the asymmetric tyre fitted incorrectly and the worn‑edge tyres should be replaced, and the off‑side front tyre’s abnormal orientation must be corrected. The under‑tray and engine cover fitment noted in 2017 should be confirmed, and any signs of structural rust on the chassis or suspension mounting points should be assessed, as the off‑side rear coil spring corrosion indicates potential long‑term degradation.