2014 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Diesel · SM14 NEL
2014 Vauxhall Zafira (2.0L, diesel). First registered 04 Jun 2014. Recorded mileage 86,132 miles. MOT valid until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,132 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
SM14 NEL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
- 86,132 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM14 NEL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Vauxhall Zafira (SM14 NEL) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
SM14 NEL Mileage History
- 01/02/202276,859 mi
- 28/01/202380,216 mi+3,357 mi
- 29/01/202489,932 mi+9,716 mi
- 30/01/202584,514 mi-5,418 mi
- 02/02/202686,132 mi+1,618 mi
Average of roughly 2,316 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Vauxhall Zafira B
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for SM14NEL.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for SM14NEL. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (SM14 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as SM14NEL.
SUBARU
FORESTER
PEUGEOT
308
PEUGEOT
3008
PEUGEOT
2008
PEUGEOT
308
PEUGEOT
308
RENAULT
CAPTUR TECHNO TCE
SUZUKI
ALTO
SUZUKI
SWIFT
SUZUKI
ALTO
SUZUKI
SWIFT
KIA
CEED GT-LINE CRDI ISG MHEV
VAUXHALL ZAFIRA Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2014 model year cars.
- Heater blower resistor fire risk / recall historySerious
The Zafira B was subject to major UK recall action over heater resistor and wiring issues that could overheat and, in the worst cases, cause fire.
- M32 gearbox bearing failureSerious
The same weak 6-speed manual gearbox used in Astra applications appears here too and can whine or fail expensively.
- Coil pack and ignition module failuresModerate
Petrol engines commonly misfire under load because of failed coil packs or ignition modules.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.