2005 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9L Diesel · WP05 GVZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having maintained a clean record despite its high mileage. The most recent test on 30 April 2025 at 202,988 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the issues causing the failure just two weeks prior were addressed. This suggests the current owner is proactive in rectifying immediate faults to maintain legal compliance, as the vehicle has consistently achieved a pass result without lingering advisories in the last three successful tests. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,666 miles per year. Between April 2023 and April 2024, the Zafira covered 8,607 miles, which represents relatively light annual usage. The jump of 14,333 miles between April 2024 and April 2025 shows a slight increase in activity but remains far indicative of heavy use or neglect. The total accumulation of over 200,000 miles places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as 200,000 miles often leads to hidden corrosion in Vauxhall models of this era. While the record shows no recurring failures, the high mileage necessitates a close check of suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust mounting brackets. Given the recent failures followed by immediate passes, verifying the state of the brake calipers and the thickness of the discs is also vital, as these are common points that trigger last-minute MOT failures as miles accumulate.