2009 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9L Diesel · L1 CGT
2009 Vauxhall Zafira (1.9L, diesel). First registered 05 May 2009. Recorded mileage 74,665 miles. MOT expired on 28 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,665 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L1 CGT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2025
- 74,665 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
L1 CGT 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 2009 Vauxhall Zafira (L1 CGT) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
L1 CGT Mileage History
- 10/10/202351,459 mi
- 10/10/202351,460 mi+1 mi
- 17/10/202464,085 mi+12,625 mi
- 17/10/202464,085 mi
- 22/10/202574,665 mi+10,580 mi
Average of roughly 11,405 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: Below Average
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
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