2014 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Diesel · DF63 BYD

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend as it approaches higher mileage, moving from a period of clean MOT results to more frequent failures and advisories. While the most recent test on 14 February 2026 at 121,715 miles resulted in a pass, the record shows the vehicle failed earlier that same day due to worn rear brake pads and a split nearside front CV boot. The transition from zero defects in 2025 to multiple mechanical advisories in 2026 suggests that component wear is accelerating. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with the distance increasing from 80,472 miles in early 2019 to 121,715 miles in February 2026. There are no significant gaps in testing or periods of long-term inactivity, which indicates the car has been in regular use. However, the recent jump of nearly 10,000 miles between the February 2025 and February 2026 tests coincides with the emergence of more frequent consumable and mechanical issues. A prospective buyer must closely inspect the braking system and rear suspension area. The February 2026 test flagged a corroded nearside rear brake pipe covered in grease, which often masks the severity of underlying rust. Combined with the advisory for worn rear brake discs, this indicates potential issues with brake line integrity and component longevity. The presence of grease on a brake pipe is a specific concern that requires physical verification to ensure the corrosion is not structural. The history also highlights recurring tyre issues, with cuts to the inner treads noted in February 2024 and February 2025, followed by a perishing nearside rear tyre in February 2026. This pattern suggests possible alignment issues or a tendency for the previous owner to overlook tyre condition until failure. An inspection should include a thorough check of the front drive shaft and CV boots following the split noted in early 2025, alongside an assessment of the suspension bushes and steering components to ensure no further degradation has occurred.