2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9L Diesel · SB08 ACU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 30 July 2025 at 127,741 miles. The maintenance trend appears erratic rather than stable. While the latest certificate is clean, the car failed three separate tests between July 2024 and July 2025. The lack of recorded defects for these failures is highly unusual for DVSA records and suggests either administrative errors or a pattern of the vehicle being presented for testing before it was mechanically ready. The mileage is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 7,097 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between June 2023 and July 2025, where the odometer rose from 111,765 to 127,741 miles. However, the activity between March 2025 and July 2025 was minimal, with only 29 miles added across three separate MOT attempts. This suggests the vehicle may have spent significant time stationary during the last few months of its testing cycle. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. Given the age of this Zafira and the gaps in the defect reporting, there is a risk of hidden corrosion or worn suspension bushes that may not have been detailed in the summary. Particular attention should be paid to the brake discs and calipers to ensure no binding has occurred during periods of inactivity. Verify the service history to confirm that oil changes and timing belt replacements align with the 127,741 recorded miles. The recurring failures in 2024 and 2025 indicate a lack of pre-test preparation by the previous owner. A professional check of the exhaust emissions and tyre tread depth is recommended to ensure the vehicle has been maintained beyond the bare minimum required for a pass certificate.