2013 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · NU63 NHY

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test on 11 August 2025 at 70,146 miles, it failed earlier that same day due to an inoperative engine management light and a leaking offside rear caliper. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults when forced by an MOT failure, as evidenced by the recurring issues with brake components and hydraulic lines that were only rectified after being flagged as failures. At 13 years old, the Zafira has covered 70,146 miles, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. This low annual mileage often indicates the vehicle may have sat for long periods or been used only for very short trips. Between August 2023 and August 2024, the car covered 8,461 miles, followed by another 7,643 miles in the subsequent year. This consistent low-mileage usage frequently leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion, which matches the mechanical failures seen in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and hydraulic lines. The record shows a history of swollen brake pipes, pitted discs, and thin pads, culminating in a corroded nearside rear brake pipe noted in the 2025 test. The presence of grease on this pipe is a significant red flag, as it often indicates an attempt to hide a leak. Furthermore, the offside front suspension arm showed corrosion in 2023, requiring a close look at structural integrity to ensure that rust has not compromised the vehicle's stability. The recurring engine management light failure in both 2024 and 2025 suggests an underlying electrical or sensor fault that remains unresolved or ignored. The windscreen has been flagged as damaged across three consecutive years, indicating a general disregard for minor safety defects. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also inspect for flat-spotted or perished tyres and seized brake calipers, which are common issues for vehicles of this age that remain stationary for long intervals.