2012 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9L Diesel · FV12 HDD

The 2026‑07‑15 MOT at 138,924 miles resulted in a pass, confirming that the Vauxhall Zafira meets the current roadworthiness criteria despite a near‑side front tyre showing slight cracking and two rear lamp defects recorded in the same test window. No major mechanical failures have appeared since the 2023 test, indicating a stable maintenance record. The vehicle, first tested in 2016 with 49,412 miles, has accumulated 138,924 miles over 14 years, averaging 9,923 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for its age. Mileage increments show a modest rise from 113,850 miles in August 2021 to 126,556 miles in August 2023 (12,706 miles in two years), suggesting a period of increased use, yet the interval between the 2023 and 2026 tests remains only 15 months, confirming recent activity. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension system closely, paying particular attention to the Macpherson strut bushes and the offside front suspension arm pin, both of which have been noted as excessively worn in earlier tests, and verify that there is no excessive play in the rear brake assembly where the 2023 test recorded binding and thin pads. Finally, examine the tyre condition beyond the recorded wear, checking for sidewall nail damage and overall tread depth, and assess the structural integrity of the chassis and rear coil spring, as a fractured offside rear spring was documented in 2020 and the near‑side rear tyre showed stepped wear in 2016, all of which can indicate underlying corrosion or suspension fatigue.