2014 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · LS64 HKN

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 105,506 miles passed despite recurring issues with oil leaks and structural corrosion on the inner sills. While the car has passed its annual inspections, the presence of corrosion on both inner sills suggests that structural integrity is beginning to degrade, which often leads to future MOT failures if not monitored. At 105,506 miles over twelve years, the Zafira has averaged approximately 8,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a family vehicle. There is a significant gap in records of 24,571 miles between September 2022 and September 2023, followed by a more consistent pattern of roughly 6,000 miles per year thereafter. This variation in mileage suggests a period of heavy use, yet the consistent flagging of tyres across three consecutive tests indicates that previous owners may have neglected basic consumable maintenance until they reached legal limit thresholds. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the inner sills to determine if the corrosion noted in late 2025 is merely surface rust or deep structural decay. The persistent oil leak that has appeared in every test since 2023 requires a professional diagnostic check to identify if it is a simple weeping gasket gasket or a more costly engine seal failure. Furthermore, the recurring pattern of uneven tyre wear as noted in 2023, 2024, and 2025 suggests a lingering alignment issue or worn suspension components, which should be verified to prevent premature replacement of new tyres.