2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · EY08 XWW

The 2008 Vauxhall Zafira presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent examination. On 24 March 2026, at 145,799 miles, the vehicle passed with zero defects recorded. This follows a similar clean pass on 4 March 2024 at 127,562 miles. Although the record shows two failed attempts in March 2025 at 137,379 and 137,455 miles, the subsequent pass on 20 March 2025 and the entirely defect-free result in 2026 indicate that any prior issues were rectified. The current roadworthiness status is sound based on the official DVSA data. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 8,100 miles annually. Between the March 2024 test at 127,562 miles and the March 2025 test at 137,455 miles, the Zafira covered 9,893 miles, demonstrating consistent daily use. The 8,344 miles accrued between the March 2025 and March 2026 tests further confirms this steady utilization. There are no significant gaps in the record suggesting long periods of inactivity, nor are there sudden spikes in mileage that would indicate disproportionate wear on the drivetrain or consumables. Despite the clean recent record, the failed tests in March 2025 warrant a physical inspection, particularly since the provided data lists no specific defects for those failures. A buyer should thoroughly examine the structural integrity of the undercarriage, checking for corrosion on the sills, subframes, and suspension mounts, which is common for an 18-year-old multi-purpose vehicle. The braking system requires close scrutiny; the tester may have flagged binding calipers or worn discs during the 2025 failures. Inspect the condition of the coil springs and suspension bushes, as higher-mileage Zafiras frequently suffer from fatigue in these components. Verify the exhaust emissions and check for oil leaks around the engine block, ensuring the previous owner addressed whatever caused the mid-2025 failures before the retest.