2013 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · OV63 XND

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend characterized by increasing mechanical and structural advisories. While the most recent test on 3 October 2025 at 106,129 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged several significant issues including a minor exhaust leak and worn suspension bushes on both the nearside front and offside rear arms. These issues follow a pattern of deteriorating components seen in the October 2024 test, where the offside rear trailing arm bush was also noted as deteriorated. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 31,088 miles in 2016 to the current 106,129 miles. There are no obvious gaps in testing history that suggest long periods of inactivity, though the frequency of failures regarding consumables like tyres and registration plates indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to basic maintenance. A prospective buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the exhaust system and the suspension geometry. The recurring advisories for worn suspension arm bushes and the recent report of an exhaust leak suggest that these components may soon require replacement to prevent further degradation or noise. The history also shows a tendency for tyres to be worn on inner edges, which could indicate underlying issues with wheel alignment or worn suspension components. The brake history shows intermittent issues, such as the fluctuating service brake noted in January 2022 and pitted discs in 2019. Although these specific items were not flagged in the most recent test, the overall pattern of wear on consumables like pads, discs, and tyres suggests the vehicle requires regular scrutiny of its braking system and steering components. Finally, the repeated mention of a damaged windscreen and child seats obstructing inspections suggests that certain areas of the vehicle may not have been fully scrutinized during previous tests.