2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9L Diesel · WL08 ABF

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy as it failed its most recent MOT test on 25 September 2025. The maintenance trend appears unstable. While the car has passed several tests, it has a recurring pattern of failing the initial inspection before passing shortly after, as seen in November 2023 and September 2024. The most recent failure at 115,130 miles is particularly concerning because the vehicle has remained in a failed state for nearly ten months relative to the current date of 12 July 2026. The mileage is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 6,396 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between November 2023 and September 2024, where the odometer rose from 93,169 to 102,969 miles. The vehicle has since covered another 12,161 miles leading up to the September 2025 failure. This steady accumulation suggests the car has been in regular use rather than sitting idle. The MOT record is unusually clean regarding specific defect descriptions, which provides little data on the actual mechanical condition of the car. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension components. Given the age of this Zafira, structural corrosion and worn suspension bushes are common failure points that may not be fully detailed in these brief records. Priority should be given to checking the brake discs and pads for wear and ensuring there are no leaks from the engine or gearbox. The pattern of initial failures suggests a reactive approach to maintenance where faults are only addressed once flagged by a tester. A professional inspection should verify that the current failure from September 2025 has been rectified before the vehicle is driven on public roads.