2014 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · DY14 PHF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a consistent pass record following a single mechanical failure. The most recent test conducted on 29 July 2025 at 145,874 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of three clean passes since 2022, indicating that the vehicle is currently being maintained to a standard that meets minimum safety requirements without immediate remedial needs. The mileage profile reflects high annual usage, averaging approximately 12,156 miles per year over its twelve-year lifespan. The data shows consistent accumulation between tests, such as the 5,788 miles driven between May 2023 and May 2024, and over 13,000 miles between May 2024 and July 2025. This regularity suggests the car is used regularly for longer journeys rather than sitting for extended periods, which typically places higher cumulative stress on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking systems compared to lower mileage. Despite the clean recent MOT results, the high mileage necessitates a thorough physical inspection of components prone to wear-and-tear fatigue. A buyer should specifically inspect the front coil springs and control arms for signs of sagging or corrosion, as these common failure points on Zafiras of this age. The failure in April 2022 at 118,206 miles indicates a specific issue was rectified, but the lack of detailed advisories in later tests means the buyer must manually verify the condition of the brake discs and the integrity of the exhaust system to ensure no hidden structural rust is developing.