2011 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · DS60 XTY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in November 2023 at 95,623 miles passed, it flagged both front inner tyres reaching the legal limit with uneven edge wear. This mirrors a pattern seen in 2022 and 2021, suggesting that the owner consistently delayed addressing consumable items until they approached failure or significant wear. At 95,623 miles over 15 years, the Zafira averages approximately 6,400 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage domestic use. The mileage accumulation is steady, with a gap of roughly 11,000 miles between the 2022 and 2023 tests, and another 9,000 miles between 2021 and 2022. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, though the recurring faults indicate that the mechanical components are being pushed beyond their recommended service intervals. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry and alignment, as the repeated reports of tyres worn on edges in 2021, 2022, and 2023 point toward worn ball joints, deteriorated bushes, or incorrect tracking. The braking system also requires scrutiny; the record shows thin rear pads in 2020 and 2021, and the minor exhaust leak noted in 2021 should be checked for structural corrosion or baffle degradation. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the sills and structural points for corrosion is essential, as the MOT history does not provide detail on emerging surface rust.