2013 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · VN63 XPV

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status with a clear trend of improving maintenance through reactive repairs. The most recent MOT test in July 2025 at 113,885 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical failures identified in previous years were addressed. This represents a significant shift from the late 2023 period where the car failed initially due to multiple suspension and exhaust-related issues. At 113,885 miles, this 13-year-old Zafira has averaged approximately 8,760 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a family vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between the November 2023 and August 2024 tests, another 5,500 miles recorded by July 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent premature degradation of rubber components and seals. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the November 2023 failure highlighted excessive wear on both the nearside and offside front suspension arm ball joints alongside worn rear axle swivel bushes. While these were presumably replaced, the recurring nature of suspension wear suggests the vehicle may have been under stress or that components are aging simultaneously. The August 2024 failure for worn rear brake pads and discs indicates the previous owner only performed brake maintenance once components reached the wear indicator. Therefore, a check of current brake pad thickness and disc surface condition is necessary to ensure they are not pitted or excessively thin. The exhaust system also warrants attention following the minor leak in the rear silencer noted in late 2023. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent test, exhaust leaks often stem from surface corrosion that can eventually lead to larger structural failures. Given the history of tyres being worn to the legal limit in 2023, the buyer should also verify the current tread depth and alignment to ensure no uneven wear is currently occurring.