2003 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Petrol · FL53 EEO

The Vauxhall Zafira shows a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 20 April 2023 at 145,188 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior pass on 17 April 2021 at 145,126 miles was also clean. The two failed entries from 2021 and 2020 carry no recorded defects, indicating administrative or presentation issues at the test centre rather than mechanical faults. On the evidence available, the vehicle has not displayed worsening condition across its later life. Recorded mileage sits at 145,188 against a 23-year-old vehicle, equating to roughly 6,300 miles per year and typical for the age. The gap between the 2020 and 2021 tests shows only 6,547 miles added, then just 62 miles from April 2021 to April 2023. Such low accumulation suggests extended periods of little use. The sparse history, with only five entries and no advisories or defects logged, gives limited insight into consumable wear or hidden corrosion. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of structural integrity and underbody corrosion, as the MOT record omits any advisory on sills, subframes, or suspension bushes. Standing time implied by the mileage pattern raises the risk of seized brake calipers, degraded rubber mounts, and expired fluid intervals not captured by the tests. Check the exhaust emissions and brake disc condition on a road trial. The clean sheets do not confirm ongoing maintenance of tyres, wiper blades, or coil springs. Given the age and low recent use, verify the timing belt history and coolant system before purchase.