2011 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · HN11 HVT
2011 Vauxhall Zafira (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2011. Recorded mileage 112,601 miles. MOT valid until 05 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,601 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HN11 HVT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 112,601 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HN11 HVT 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 (HN11 HVT) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
HN11 HVT Mileage History
- 28/04/202399,384 mi
- 23/04/2024102,090 mi+2,706 mi
- 29/04/2025106,616 mi+4,526 mi
- 29/04/2025106,617 mi+1 mi
- 28/04/2026112,601 mi+5,984 mi
Average of roughly 4,405 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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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
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Petrol engines commonly misfire under load because of failed coil packs or ignition modules.
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