Official DVLA Record

2003 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · AX53 ACJ

AX53 ACJ

2003 Vauxhall Zafira (1.8L, petrol). First registered 13/11/2003. Recorded mileage 167,050 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
Year / Origin
2003 · Ipswich
MOT Status
Valid until 13/08/2025
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
167,050 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 13/08/2025
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1796cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in August 2024 with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a brief failure earlier in August 2024 at 166,924 miles which was rectified and passed within a week. Since that period, the car has maintained a clean record without advisories, suggesting a consistent level of attention to mechanical requirements over the last several years. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's 23-year age, averaging approximately 7,263 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of miles between tests, such as the 7,500 miles covered between 2022 and 2023, and another 4,680 miles between 2023 and 2024. This regular usage indicates the vehicle is driven consistently, which can help prevent the degradation often associated with long periods of inactivity. While the digital history shows no recurring structural failures or mechanical faults, a buyer should perform a physical inspection of the suspension and chassis for age-related corrosion. Given the age and high mileage, checking the condition of rubber components, bushes, and artwork lines is essential as these do not always appear on MOT records until they fail. A thorough check of the braking system and tyres is recommended to ensure the recent pass reflects the current state of all consumables.

AX53 ACJ Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2024
  • 167,050 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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AX53 ACJ Mileage History

  1. 20/07/2022154,853 mi
  2. 07/08/2023162,370 mi+7,517 mi
  3. 08/08/2024166,924 mi+4,554 mi
  4. 15/08/2024167,050 mi+126 mi

Average of roughly 5,884 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

AX53 ACJ MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 1 Sept 2026, 08:39
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (AX53 ACJ) between July 2022 and August 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 August 2024 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: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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: “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.

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