2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · DA08 EYO

The Vauxhall Zafira presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 23 September 2025 at 138,776 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior annual tests show no recurring advisories or mechanical faults. The upkeep pattern suggests consistent basic compliance rather than deferred repair. Mileage sits at a typical level for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,710 miles per year. The record moves from 122,278 miles on 4 October 2022 to 127,135 miles on 25 September 2023, then 131,585 miles on 10 October 2024, and 138,776 miles by September 2025. Accumulation is steady at around 4,000 to 7,000 miles annually with no sudden jumps. A sparse but clean history gives little insight into component-level care beyond passed tests. The failed test on 4 October 2024 at 131,568 miles is notable. The DVSA entry shows no defects recorded against the failure, with a pass achieved six days later at 131,585 miles. This points to an administrative or non-mechanical rejection, not a worn component, though a buyer should confirm the reason with the test station. No suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, or corrosion issues appear anywhere in the timeline. Given the absence of flagged wear, a buyer should still inspect structural integrity and underbody corrosion typical of a 2008 Zafira, plus check brake calipers and exhaust emissions in person. The clean MOT record does not exempt the car from age-related degradation invisible to the tester. A pre-purchase inspection remains sensible.