2014 Vauxhall Zafira 1.4L Petrol · MJ64 MKA

The most recent MOT on 2025-09-23 resulted in a failure at 60,449 miles. The key issues were an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint, a nail in the nearside rear tyre, an inoperative offside rear registration plate lamp, slight damage to the nearside rear light, and an oil pressure warning light that comes on and off. These are significant safety concerns, particularly the suspension and tyre issues. The vehicle's MOT history shows a pattern of recurring problems with the lights and tyres. In 2024, there were issues with a broken nearside rear light lens, a missing or broken nearside rear reflector, a TPMS light, and a severely worn and damaged offside front tyre. The 2022 and 2023 MOTs had fewer issues, but the 2022 test noted a snapped front flexy, which could indicate wear in the suspension system. The trend appears to be worsening, with more serious issues appearing in the most recent tests. The low mileage of 60,449 miles over 12 years (about 5,037 miles per year) suggests the vehicle has been used lightly, but this can also mean it has spent long periods standing, which can lead to wear and tear from disuse. Given the low mileage and the recent MOT failures, a buyer should be cautious. The primary areas to inspect are the suspension, especially the ball joints, the tyres for any signs of damage or excessive wear, and the electrical system, including the lights and warning lights.