2014 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · SF64 ABK

This 2014 Vauxhall Zafira holds a current and valid MOT certificate issued on April 30 2026 at 100,229 miles, though the maintenance trend shows a clear worsening in mechanical upkeep over recent years. While earlier tests from 2017 through 2019 passed cleanly with zero advisories, the vehicle now accumulates persistent failure items and a growing list of wear advisories. The most recent inspection highlights a recurring oil leak first noted in April 2022, alongside newly reported exhaust corrosion with a minor gas leak and pitted front and rear brake discs. Failing the May 2025 test due to a dangerously cut tyre and ineffective wiper blades, combined with consecutive failures for headlamp aim in 2023, points to reactive repairs rather than preventative maintenance by previous keepers. The vehicle has covered 100,229 miles over its twelve-year lifespan, averaging roughly 8,352 miles annually, which sits well within typical UK driving parameters. Mileage accumulation remained steady through the late 2010s, moving from 25,062 miles in October 2017 to 56,852 miles by May 2021. Post-2021 testing shifted from an autumn schedule to a spring timeline, accompanied by a noticeable uptick in mileage accrual that brought the car from 68,850 miles in April 2022 to the current six-figure odometer reading. This faster accumulation rate in its later years explains the accelerated wear seen on heavy-use friction components. Prospective buyers must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, specifically checking the thickness and surface condition of both the front and rear brake discs given they have appeared as advisories across multiple consecutive years. The chronic oil leak requires a ramp inspection to identify the exact source at the engine or auxiliary seals, ensuring it does not stem from a failing gasket that could threaten major drivetrain components. Additionally, the exhaust system warrants close scrutiny to assess the extent of the corrosion and the minor gas leak flagged on the latest certificate before committing to a purchase.