2016 Vauxhall Zafira 1.4L Petrol · FT16 CFY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent test on 19 March 2026 at 54,916 miles, which resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This follows a brief period of instability in March 2025, where the vehicle failed on a coolant leak, a non-functional offside rear stop lamp, and a faulty windscreen washer. The subsequent pass in 2026 suggests the owner addressed these specific mechanical and electrical issues, including the coolant leak that had previously hindered the inspection. The mileage history indicates a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 5,492 miles per year over its ten-year lifespan. The data shows consistent, gradual accumulation, moving from 12,223 miles in June 2019 to the current 54,916 miles. There are no significant gaps or periods of unexplained inactivity, though the low annual mileage means components may experience more age-related degradation than wear-related fatigue. The jump from 31,030 miles in August 2022 to 41,010 miles in July 2023 shows a slight increase in usage compared to earlier years, but the overall pattern remains well below the national average. A prospective buyer should focus on the cooling system, given the coolant leak flagged during the March 2025 test. While the 2026 pass indicates this was resolved, checking for any residual weeping from hoses or the radiator is prudent. The history also shows a recurring pattern of consumable wear. Between 2021 and 2022, the records frequently flagged thinning brake pads and tyres worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges. This suggests a maintenance pattern that prioritises addressing faults only when they reach a failure threshold. Physical inspection should include a thorough check of the tyre tread and condition to ensure the previous issues with inner edge wear have been rectified. The tester also noted a child seat prevented a full inspection of the nearside rear adult belt in 2025, so the seatbelt tension and mechanism should be verified manually. Beyond these consumables, the lack of structural corrosion or suspension component advisories in the recent records is a positive indicator for a vehicle of this age.