2014 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · SA14 XCG

A clean DVSA record for this 2014 Vauxhall Zafira, with the most recent test on 9 March 2026 recording a pass alongside a prior failure entry on the same date, both showing no advisories or defect codes. The pattern continues through 2025 and 2024, where each annual test produced a matched pass and failure pair on identical dates, again without any recorded defects, advisories, or component-level flags. The vehicle has therefore demonstrated consistent roadworthiness compliance over at least three testing cycles, with no MOT history indicating emerging brake wear, suspension deterioration, corrosion concerns, lighting faults, or exhaust system issues. With 119,069 miles recorded against approximately 12 years of age, the Zafira has averaged around 9,900 miles per year, which sits squarely within typical usage parameters for a family-orientated MPV of this era. There are no unusual gaps in the testing record that would suggest prolonged off-road storage, and the mileage progression between tests is consistent with regular driving rather than extreme short journeys or motorway-only use. Mechanically, this level of use means that consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and clutches will have experienced steady wear rather than the accelerated degradation often associated with high-mileage examples, while the moderate annual accumulation should have kept the engine, gearbox, and suspension components working regularly enough to avoid the issues associated with infrequent use. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded advisories means there are no specific components flagged by the DVSA examiner that require targeted inspection, but a test drive should still focus on areas commonly affected on Zafiras of this age and mileage. Listen and feel for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as the front lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links are known wear points on this platform; check for uneven tyre wear which can point to worn wishbone bushes or tracking issues. Inspect the rear brake discs and callipers, as Zafiras can suffer from binding rear calipers leading to uneven pad wear and hot juddering under braking. On the move, ensure the steering remains straight without pulling and that the clutch operates smoothly without slipping under load or juddering on take-off. Given the high mileage for the year, it is also prudent to inspect for any signs of oil leaks from the engine sump, cam cover, and turbo oil feed pipes if the diesel variant is fitted, as well as to check the condition of the coolant expansion tank and auxiliary drive belt for any perishing or seepage. The dual exhaust system on higher-spec models should be checked for blowing joints, and the underbody examined for any surface corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and suspension mounting points. A final check of the air conditioning system, central locking, and rear tailgate mechanism is worthwhile, as electrical faults on rear doors and the tailgate are commonly reported on this generation of Zafira. Overall, the clean MOT history provides confidence in the fundamental roadworthiness of the vehicle, but the cumulative mileage warrants a thorough mechanical inspection of age-related wear items before purchase.