2011 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · BT60 RYM

The Zafira presents a stable mechanical picture overall, though the record reveals a pattern of minor brake and suspension advisories that a buyer should verify has been addressed. The most recent MOT, conducted on 17 October 2022 at 144,882 miles, passed with a single advisory for a front brake disc worn, pitted, or scored on its inner face. Critically, that recorded mileage of 144,882 is identical to the current figure provided, meaning the vehicle has covered zero miles in the nearly four years since its last test. This raises immediate questions about whether the car has been driven regularly, stored, or simply left standing, all of which carry distinct implications for component health. Mileage accumulation tells a fairly consistent story up to 2022. Between October 2018 and October 2022, the car added roughly 39,059 miles across four tests, averaging about 9,765 miles per year, which is typical for a family MPV of this age. The progression from 105,817 miles in October 2018 to 144,882 miles in October 2022 shows no sudden spikes or suspicious drops. However, the complete absence of any MOT record after October 2022, despite the current date being June 2026, is a significant gap. A vehicle standing unused for extended periods can suffer from deteriorated brake components, seized calipers, perished rubber bushes, and fuel system issues that no test record will reveal. The recurring advisory themes centre on braking components and front suspension wear. Rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in October 2021 at 132,623 miles, and rear brake discs were noted as worn and pitted in the same test. Binding brakes appeared twice, once on the nearside front in October 2021 and once on the nearside rear in October 2019, suggesting the braking system has demanded repeated attention. Front suspension arm pins or bushes were flagged as worn in October 2018 at 105,817 miles. A prospective buyer should have the underside inspected for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and brake lines, and should test-drive the vehicle to check for brake pulling, uneven braking feel, and any suspension clunking over speed bumps. The lack of recent use means tyres may also have flat-spotted or perished despite adequate tread depth.