2014 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Diesel · NK64 WSE

The Vauxhall Zafira has demonstrated consistent roadworthiness over the past two years, with the most recent MOT test on 4 December 2025 at 107,421 miles resulting in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This indicates no immediate mechanical or structural concerns at the time of inspection, though the absence of advisories or defects does not preclude underlying issues that may not have been triggered during testing. The vehicle’s compliance with emissions and safety standards remains stable, but the lack of recent service records means critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers—common wear items at this mileage—have not been verified beyond the MOT’s functional checks. The final pass in December 2025 was timely, given the vehicle’s age, but the gap of just over seven months since the last test means some components may have accumulated further wear without professional assessment. Mileage progression suggests typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 8,952 miles annually, which aligns with moderate long-term operation rather than intensive driving. There are no obvious gaps or spikes in mileage between tests, though the record does not extend beyond December 2025, leaving uncertainty about recent maintenance habits. The most notable anomaly is the duplicate entry for December 2022, where the vehicle appears to have been tested twice at the same mileage (85,944 miles) without defects, which may indicate an administrative error rather than a mechanical issue. Without service history or pre-MOT inspections, it is impossible to confirm whether critical components like timing belts, differential fluid, or suspension linkages have been serviced within recommended intervals. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which are prone to deterioration at this stage. The brakes, while not explicitly failed in any MOT, should be scrutinised for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs and pads, especially if the vehicle has been exposed to moisture or heavy braking. Structural integrity is another concern—check for corrosion at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as rust can compromise the vehicle’s safety-critical elements. Finally, verify the condition of the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion, as this is often overlooked but can lead to emissions failures or structural weakening. The absence of advisories in recent MOTs does not guarantee these areas are sound, so visual and functional checks are essential.