2014 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Diesel · SR63 HAR

The vehicle presents a fluctuating roadworthiness profile with a history of recurring failures in the braking and suspension systems. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 108,839 miles was a pass, it followed a failure for a leaking offside rear brake hose and poor parking brake efficiency. The maintenance trend suggests a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care, as issues like binding brakes and worn suspension bushes appear repeatedly across 2023, 2024, and 2025. At 108,839 miles, the Zafira has averaged approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 3,000 miles covered between the August 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 3,000 miles in the year following. This steady mileage accumulation indicates the car has not sat stationary for long periods, but it has subjected the chassis to standard wear and tear on rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension assembly, as both nearside and offside arms were flagged for worn bushes in 2024. The recurring reports of binding rear brakes and the previous failure for a leaking hydraulic hose suggest potential caliper slider corrosion or perished seals that require close monitoring to ensure they do not return. Exhaust flexi leak noted in 2024 should also be checked for signs of further degradation, as these often lead to failure if ignored. Given the offside front inner tyre was worn to the edge in 2025, the wheel alignment should be verified to rule out rapid uneven tyre wear.