2011 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · GP11 FFL

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather rather than preventative care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 89,752 miles shows the vehicle passed despite several defects including a persistent oil leak and a deteriorated offside anti-roll bar linkage. While the car consistently passes its tests, the recurring nature of mechanical faults across the last three years suggests a stable but aging platform where issues are only addressed once they reach a point of failure or advisory threshold. At 15 years old, the recorded mileage of 89,752 miles is low, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low usage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals rather than mechanical wear from high mileage. Between October 2022 and November 2025, the vehicle covered 30,445 miles, indicating a consistent but modest usage pattern. However, the long intervals between tests suggest the vehicle may sit for extended periods, which correlates with the reports of deteriorated dust covers and perished wiper blades noted in various intervals. A buyer must specifically inspect the engine bay for the persistent oil leak, which has been flagged since at least 2023. While the tester described it as not excessive, its presence over multiple years indicates a weeping seal or gasket that will eventually require replacement. The suspension system warrants close attention as the anti-roll bar linkage was noted as severely deteriorated in both 2023 and 2025. This suggests that the rubber components in the front end are reaching the end of their life due to age. The braking system also shows a trend of thin rear pads which caused a failure in 2024 and an advisory in 2023. Combined with the history of tyres worn to the legal limit in 2022, the owner appears to have neglected basic consumable maintenance previously. A physical inspection should verify that the wire loom which was rubbing against the driveshaft in 2023 has been properly secured to prevent future electrical faults or wiring damage.