2012 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · RJ12 AYT

The Zafira presents a clean bill of health on paper, with its most recent MOT on 07 April 2025 passing at 157,092 miles with zero defects recorded. That result, alongside a consistent string of passes in 2024 and 2023, points to a stable maintenance trend rather than a deteriorating one. The vehicle has clearly been kept in roadworthy condition through its recent life, with no recurring mechanical or structural failures flagged by the tester. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 11,200 miles per year, which is typical for a family MPV of this age. The jump from 132,529 miles in April 2023 to 146,790 miles by April 2024 represents about 14,260 miles in twelve months, a slightly busier period, before tapering to just 10,300 miles between April 2024 and April 2025. The duplicate entry on 07 April 2025, showing both a fail and a pass at the identical 157,092 miles with no defects on either record, appears to be a clerical anomaly rather than a genuine failure event. No significant gaps exist in the annual test pattern, and the mileage progression reads as broadly consistent year on year. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. At 157,092 miles, consumable components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links are well within the typical wear window, even if no advisory has been flagged. The exhaust system and underside should be checked for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and box sections, as salt and age can cause hidden deterioration that a standard MOT may not always capture. Brake discs, pads, and calipers deserve close attention, especially if the car has spent periods stationary between uses, as surface corrosion on braking components is common on vehicles that sit idle. Tyre condition and age should also be verified, since rubber degrades with time regardless of tread depth.