2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · YP08 MYG

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance profile characterized by a trend of deferred repairs and recurring mechanical component failure. While the most recent recorded test in November 2022 at 107,638 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just one day prior due to multiple significant defects. The lack of any MOT records since late 2022 suggests the vehicle has either been off road for nearly four years or is operating without valid testing, making its roadworthiness status unknown. At 107,638 miles, the Zafira shows low annual mileage for its eighteen-year age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear from distance. The gap between the 2020 test at 98,132 miles and the 2022 test at 107,638 miles shows a period of relatively low use of roughly 9,500 miles, which aligns with the perishing tyres noted in the 2021 advisories. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension and braking systems. The 2022 record flagged corroded offside rear brake pipes and worn suspension arm bushes, which are indicative of age-related decay. The light misting on both rear shock absorbers suggests the beginning of seal failure. You should also verify if the corroded brake pipe was replaced or merely cleaned, as corrosion represents a structural safety risk. The oil leak noted in 2022 requires close monitoring to determine if it is a minor seep or a failing gasket that has worsened over the subsequent four years.