2012 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · KP12 LMU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While it passed the latest test in April 2026 at 105,174 miles, the previous failure in 2025 revealed multiple significant defects that required rectification. The transition from a cleanArnold in 2022 to a series of mechanical warnings suggests the vehicle is entering a period where components are beginning to fail simultaneously. At 105,174 miles, the Zafira has averaged approximately 7,500 miles per year, which is consistent with a typical family car of this age. There is a notable gap of over 15,000 miles between March 2022 and May 2023, followed by a steady accumulation of roughly 9,000 miles per year thereafter. While the mileage itself is not excessive, the age of the vehicle is the primary driver of the observed corrosion and wear-related issues rather than the distance driven. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sub-frame and lower suspension arms. The MOT record specifically flags corrosion on the front sub-frame and both front lower suspension arms as of March 2025; although these were noted as not seriously weakened at that time, surface rust on these components often.