2013 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Diesel · AF63 ACX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on April 28, 2026, 78,884 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent failure occurred just three days prior due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring, indicating that suspension components are being run until failure. While the vehicle passed its latest test without defects, the history of mechanical failures suggests that faults are only addressed once they reach an MOT failure threshold. At 78,884 miles, this thirteen-year-old Zafira has averaged approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with light usage. There is a notable gap in records between July 2019 and August 2020, where the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles in thirteen months. Since then, mileage accumulation has slowed significantly, averaging roughly 3,000 miles annually. This low annual mileage often leads to the age-related degradation of rubber components and seals, which aligns with the corrosion and wear issues noted in the history. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension geometry closely, as the record shows recurring issues with coil springs, including corrosion on the nearside front in 2022 and a fracture on the nears rear in 2026. The braking system also requires scrutiny; the tester flagged a binding offside rear caliper and low parking brake efficiency in 2020, while thin rear pads were noted in both 2020 and 2024. Verify the condition of the offside rear fuel pipe, which was identified as corroded in 2025, to ensure the corrosion has not progressed.