2007 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · DU07 UUG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 127,070 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed immediately due to a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and a perished rear tyre. The persistent presence of a front oil leak across the last three annual tests suggests a long-term issue that the owners have only addressed when it reached the threshold of MOT failure criteria. At 19 years old with 127,070 miles, the Zafira averages approximately 6,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-usage patterns for its age. The mileage data shows consistent use, with roughly 2,500 miles covered between the February 2025 and 2026 tests. This regularity suggests the car does not sit stationary excessively, yet the recurring failures in suspension and braking components indicate that the age-related degradation of rubber and metal parts is reaching a critical stage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the nearside lower arm and ball joint have been flagged for wear repeatedly between 2024 and 2026. The braking system requires close scrutiny; the 2025 failure for significantly worn rear discs and exhausted pads, combined with previously pitted front discs, indicates that braking components are often neglected until they fail. Furthermore, the ongoing front oil leak should be identified to determine if it is a minor seal weep or a more significant gasket failure, as it has remained a recorded defect for at least two years.