2009 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · CP09 NHC

The 2009 Vauxhall Zafira presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 10 February 2024 at 125,074 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet is significant. It follows a pattern of consistent, trouble-free testing stretching back to 2021, indicating the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order by its recent keeper. The maintenance trend is demonstrably stable and improving, with the last advisory for tyre wear rectified and no new issues surfacing. The mileage accumulation is remarkably linear and typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the February 2020 test at 112,170 miles and the February 2024 test at 125,074 miles, the Zafira covered 12,904 miles over four years, averaging approximately 3,226 miles annually. This is a lower-than-average usage pattern for a seven-year-old vehicle, suggesting predominantly short, local journeys. The MOT record is complete with no gaps, providing a continuous and reliable service history that corroborates the stated mileage. Despite the clean recent record, the 2020 advisory for both front tyres wearing on the edges is a telling diagnostic clue. Edge wear, rather than even centre wear, typically points to under-inflation or, more critically, worn suspension components such as tracking, worn drop links, or deteriorated suspension bushes. A prospective buyer must physically inspect the front tyres for any recurrence of this uneven wear pattern. The inner sidewalls and edges should be scrutinised closely. Given the vehicle's age and the nature of its use, a thorough inspection of the undercarriage is essential. A jack and torch should be used to check the condition of the rear brake discs and calipers, as short journeys accelerate corrosion and can lead to binding or uneven wear. The exhaust system, particularly the flexi-joint and mounting rubbers, should be examined for corrosion and integrity. Finally, while no structural rust has been flagged, a careful check of the sills, subframe mounts, and around the rear suspension mounting points is prudent to ensure long-term structural soundness.