2012 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · YC62 LHO

The vehicle shows a history of reactive maintenance, where faults are only addressed immediately before an MOT failure. The most recent test on August 20 2025 at 104,696 miles passed, but it followed a failure just two months prior. In that failure, the tester identified excessively worn front suspension arm bushes and thin rear brake pads. While these appear to have been rectified, the August pass noted new concerns, specifically front inner tyres being worn close to the legal limit and pitted rear brake discs. This suggests that while components are replaced when necessary, preventative maintenance is neglected between annual inspections. At 104,696 miles over 14 years, the vehicle averages approximately 7,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a car of this age. However, the record reveals a persistent trend of suspension-related wear. In April 2024 at 100,678 miles, the vehicle failed with multiple critical issues including worn axle swivel pins at the rear, corroded rear coil springs, and a distorted road wheel. The presence of corrosion on the suspension mounting areas and the underside indicates that the vehicle is susceptible to age-related environmental damage, which requires close monitoring to ensure structural integrity is not compromised. Recurring issues with tyre alignment and wear are evident throughout the record. From 2023 through 2025, the tester consistently flagged front tyres worn on the inside edges, which typically points to persistent alignment issues or worn suspension geometry. Additionally, the offside rear seat belt webbing has been flagged as damaged across multiple separate tests, representing a safety defect that has remained unaddressed for several years. The minor oil leak noted in June 2024 remains a known factor that should be monitored for increased rates of consumption.