2011 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · BK61 DCU
2011 Vauxhall Zafira (1.7L, diesel). First registered 13 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 89,732 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,732 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BK61 DCU Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 89,732 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BK61 DCU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Vauxhall Zafira (BK61 DCU) between September 2014 and May 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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: “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
BK61 DCU Mileage History
- 13/09/201418,433 mi
- 10/09/201525,726 mi+7,293 mi
- 10/09/201525,726 mi
- 03/09/201633,282 mi+7,556 mi
- 05/08/201739,097 mi+5,815 mi
- 05/07/201844,284 mi+5,187 mi
- 05/07/201950,583 mi+6,299 mi
- 16/07/202055,969 mi+5,386 mi
- 22/07/202162,542 mi+6,573 mi
- 22/07/202268,165 mi+5,623 mi
- 22/07/202268,165 mi
- 28/06/202373,417 mi+5,252 mi
- 30/05/202479,592 mi+6,175 mi
- 02/06/202585,047 mi+5,455 mi
- 20/05/202689,727 mi+4,680 mi
- 20/05/202689,732 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 6,103 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Zafira B
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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- Heater blower resistor fire risk / recall historySerious
The Zafira B was subject to major UK recall action over heater resistor and wiring issues that could overheat and, in the worst cases, cause fire.
- M32 gearbox bearing failureSerious
The same weak 6-speed manual gearbox used in Astra applications appears here too and can whine or fail expensively.
- Coil pack and ignition module failuresModerate
Petrol engines commonly misfire under load because of failed coil packs or ignition modules.
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