2011 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · GF61 JZA
2011 Vauxhall Zafira (1.7L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 161,031 miles. MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,031 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GF61 JZA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/02/2026
- 161,031 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GF61 JZA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Vauxhall Zafira (GF61 JZA) between September 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GF61 JZA Mileage History
- 20/09/2022136,601 mi
- 19/09/2023144,584 mi+7,983 mi
- 21/09/2024153,297 mi+8,713 mi
- 25/02/2026161,031 mi+7,734 mi
- 28/02/2026161,031 mi
Average of roughly 7,099 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Zafira B
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Heater blower resistor fire risk / recall historySerious
The Zafira B was subject to major UK recall action over heater resistor and wiring issues that could overheat and, in the worst cases, cause fire.
- M32 gearbox bearing failureSerious
The same weak 6-speed manual gearbox used in Astra applications appears here too and can whine or fail expensively.
- Coil pack and ignition module failuresModerate
Petrol engines commonly misfire under load because of failed coil packs or ignition modules.
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