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2007 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · AR07 ABF

AR07 ABF

2007 Vauxhall Zafira (1.8L, petrol). First registered 06 Jun 2007. Recorded mileage 125,682 miles. MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
Year / Origin
2007 · Norwich
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 24 Jan 2027
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
125,682 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 24 Jan 2027
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2007
Engine
1796cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT documentation. The January 2026 test at 125,682 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle has maintained a clean compliance record for the last several years. While a failure occurred in January 2024 at 106,086 miles, the subsequent pass in the same month suggests that the identified issue was rectified promptly. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a vehicle of this age. Between December 2022 and January 2026, the car covered approximately 26,083 miles. This averages out to roughly 6,500 miles per year, which aligns with the historical average of 6,615 miles per year. The steady progression of mileage suggests regular use rather than long periods of inactivity, which is generally positive for preventing seal degradation and fuel system stagnation. Since the recent MOT history shows no recurring advisories regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake corrosion, the mechanical upkeep appears consistent. However, because the vehicle is 19 years old, a physical inspection should focus on structural integrity and underbody corrosion, particularly around the sills and subframes, as these are not always captured in standard MOT testing if they are not yet at a failure threshold. A buyer should also verify the condition of consumable components such as brake discs, pads, and tyre tread depth. While the MOT records indicate no immediate failures, the mileage suggests the vehicle is approaching a stage where suspension bushings and exhaust emissions components may require closer scrutiny. Checking for any signs of oil leaks or drivetrain vibration during a test drive would be a prudent way to supplement this digital record.
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AR07 ABF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
  • 125,682 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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

AR07 ABF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 16:26
MOT Analysis

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

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Vauxhall Zafira (AR07 ABF) between December 2022 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 23 January 2026 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: Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDES SPLIT (5.1.2 (b) (i))”; “Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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ADVISORY

AR07 ABF Mileage History

  1. 19/12/202299,599 mi
  2. 15/01/2024106,086 mi+6,487 mi
  3. 25/01/2024106,097 mi+11 mi
  4. 22/01/2025113,694 mi+7,597 mi
  5. 23/01/2026125,682 mi+11,988 mi

Average of roughly 8,424 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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