2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · CX58 YXR
2008 Vauxhall Zafira (1.8L, petrol). First registered 16 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 79,812 miles. MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bangor
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,812 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CX58 YXR Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2026
- 79,812 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CX58 YXR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Zafira (CX58 YXR) between October 2011 and March 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 11 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (20 issues), Tyres (17 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (13 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Bodywork (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 64 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: “Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5”.
CX58 YXR Mileage History
- 20/10/201114,392 mi
- 16/02/201215,867 mi+1,475 mi
- 16/02/201215,867 mi
- 16/02/201326,179 mi+10,312 mi
- 16/02/201326,179 mi
- 15/02/201438,389 mi+12,210 mi
- 14/02/201543,883 mi+5,494 mi
- 14/02/201543,883 mi
- 13/02/201647,842 mi+3,959 mi
- 11/02/201752,026 mi+4,184 mi
- 14/02/20185,955 mi-46,071 mi
- 26/02/201962,253 mi+56,298 mi
- 26/02/201962,253 mi
- 20/02/202064,207 mi+1,954 mi
- 19/02/202165,884 mi+1,677 mi
- 04/03/202269,393 mi+3,509 mi
- 22/02/202371,685 mi+2,292 mi
- 13/03/202473,679 mi+1,994 mi
- 16/03/202473,679 mi
- 14/03/202576,919 mi+3,240 mi
- 10/03/202679,812 mi+2,893 mi
- 11/03/202679,812 mi
Average of roughly 4,546 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: 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.
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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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