2005 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · WM54 EOZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent test on 01 August 2025 at 106,523 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This followed a failure just ten days prior on 22 July 2025 at 106,451 miles which also showed no recorded defects, suggesting a potential administrative error or a minor non-testable issue that was rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,073 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the car covered 14,470 miles, indicating a consistent but light usage pattern. The gap of 4,812 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows the vehicle remains in use. However, such low mileage often carries risks associated with age-related degradation of rubberised components, such as seals and bushings, which can perish over time regardless of distance driven. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on structural integrity and age-related wear. Given the age of the Zafira, the buyer should check for corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as structural rust is common on this model. The suspension system should be examined for perished bushes or seized calipers, as low-use vehicles often suffer from brake seizing. Inspect the tyres sidewalls for cracking or tearing to ensure the low mileage has not masked the material fatigue of the components.