2014 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · LS64 CYA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in the braking system condition. While it passed the most recent test in April 2026 at 68,207 miles, the tester identified specific defects that were absent in the previous years. The presence of thin nearside front brake pads and corroded brake pipes on both rear wheels covered in grease indicates that after a long period of clean records, the vehicle is now entering a phase requiring immediate mechanical attention. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between May 2025 and April 2026, where the car covered nearly 20,000 miles in just eleven months. This sudden burst of activity likely caused the accelerated wear on the brake pads and the exposure of the brake pipes to corrosion. Between 2023 and 2024, the vehicle covered only 4,000 miles, suggesting long periods of inactivity or limited use. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system to ensure the corrosion is not structural. Corroded brake pipes covered in grease are often a red flag as the grease can be used to hide leaks or material degradation. You should also verify that the tyre pressure monitoring system remains fully functional, following its failure in September 2023. Given the low annual mileage and potential periods of standing, an inspector should specifically check for perished rubber components in the suspension and bushes, which often degrade quickly when a vehicle sits stationary for long durations.