2012 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · LA12 EOF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 28 September 2023 at 98 280 miles with only an advisory on the offside rear registration plate lamp. The maintenance trend shows a stable overall status but a worsening pattern in tyre and brake wear; rear brake pads were flagged as thin in both 2021 (76 226 miles) and 2022 (88 628 miles), and tyre wear progressed from a front tyre close to the legal limit in 2016–2017 to rear tyres worn close to the limit and on the edge by 2022. No new structural or mechanical failures have appeared since the 2020 headlamp aim issue was rectified. Mileage accumulation follows a fairly regular curve over the 14‑year lifespan, averaging roughly 7 020 miles per year, which is typical for this age group. MOT records are present each year from 2015 through 2023, with mileage increments ranging from about 7 500 to 12 500 miles annually; the only notable jump occurs between 2021 (76 226 miles) and 2022 (88 628 miles), adding roughly 12 400 miles in a single year, suggesting a period of heavier use. The data set is complete enough to indicate consistent service intervals without extended gaps. A prospective buyer should closely inspect the rear brake pads for remaining thickness, check all tyres for even tread depth and signs of damage such as the nail recorded in 2018, and assess suspension bushes for wear linked to uneven tyre wear. Headlamp aim should be verified, the registration plate lamp operated correctly, and the rear direction indicators tested for colour accuracy, as these were previously faulty. Given the vehicle’s age, a thorough examination for rust and corrosion on the chassis, underbody, and wheel arches is also advisable.