2012 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · DN12 AEG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in April 2025 at 109,272 miles passed with only a minor defect regarding a registration plate lamp, this followed a significant failure in April 2024 where the car failed on multiple critical points including a fractured coil spring, worn bushes, and four tyres below legal limits. The trend suggests that the owner tends to address mechanical and safety issues only when they result in an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between February 2023 (88,674 miles) and April 2025 (109,272 miles), where the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles in just two years. This period of higher activity correlates with accelerated wear observed on consumables, such as the frequent failures related to tyres and suspension components recorded during the 2022 and 2024 inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear subframe and suspension geometry. The record has repeatedly flagged worn rear axle swivel bushes and split subframe pins in both 2022 and 2024, indicating a persistent area of structural fatigue or rubber degradation that must be fully resolved. Additionally, the history of thin brake pads and scored discs across years suggests the braking system is often neglected until failure. Particular attention should also be paid to the electrical wiring noted as dragging on the ground in 2024, as this poses a risk of chafing and subsequent electrical faults over time.