2009 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · FP59 AOF

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT in June 2025 with 106,001 miles and no recorded defects. This reflects an improving trend in maintenance compared to previous years where multiple mechanical and structural issues were flagged. While the car previously suffered from exhaust-related failures, the clean sheet from the latest test a year ago suggests that the current owner has addressed the high-priority items identified in earlier inspections. At 17 years old, the recorded 106,001 miles represent an average annual usage of approximately 6,235 miles, which is consistent with low-use domestic patterns. The data shows a significant gap in mileage between August 2022 and March 2024, where the vehicle covered only 6,927 miles over nineteen months. However, the subsequent increase of 12,298 miles between March 2024 and June 2025 indicates that the car is now being used more frequently, which accelerates the wear on aging components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension assembly, given the clear history of recurring corrosion. Records from 2022 and 2024 highlight corrosion on the subframe mountings, front suspension arms, and rear coil springs. Although the tester noted these were not yet seriously weakened at the time, the presence of rust across multiple structural points suggests a vulnerability to environmental degradation. The buyer should also check the front brake discs for further scoring, as the 2024 test flagged pitting and wear, and verify that the CV boot remains free of tears following the severe deterioration noted in 2022.