2012 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · SH12 LWN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of suspension and brake degradation. In the most recent test on 20 December 2025 at 122,956 miles, the car passed with an advisory for a worn offside rear coil spring. This follows a failure in December 2024 where both rear artwork springs were noted as corroded, indicating that the rear suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life and requires monitoring. At 122,956 miles over 14 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,783 miles per year, which is consistent with average UK usage for a family car. The records show consistent annual testing intervals, with roughly 5,000 miles driven between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests. This steady mileage suggests the car has not been subject to long periods of inactivity, but the age of the vehicle has placed natural stress on rubber components and metal springwork. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension, as the artwork springs have failed or been advised across the last three years. The history also notes a failure in late 2024 due to an excessively worn offside front logic arm bush and exposed nearside rear tyre cords, suggesting the front end may also require attention. Additionally, the non-excessive oil leak noted in December 2024 should be monitored to determine if it is a minor seal weeping or a developing issue. The braking system also warrants scrutiny as discs were flagged as pitted and scored in late 2023 at 113,289 miles. While these passed the subsequent test, the age and mileage suggest the components should be verified for thickness and rust. Given the recurring issues with corrosion and worn bushes, the buyer should budget for preventative maintenance relating to the suspension geometry to ensure the vehicle remains safe.