2016 Vauxhall Zafira 1.4L Petrol · YY02 AEC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with an improving trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection in February 2026 at 29,341 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that all previous mechanical issues have been addressed. Following a failure in early 2023, the car has maintained a clean record through three consecutive annual tests, suggesting the current owner is responsive to MOT repair requirements. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,900 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage intervals, moving from 16,789 miles in February 2021 to 29,341 miles by February 2026. While low mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber parts and brake components due to long periods of inactivity between tests. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension geometry, specifically checking for signs of the fractured nearside rear coil spring that caused the 2023 failure. Although this was rectified, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from perished suspension bushes and dry brake seals. The exhaust system, noted for deterioration in 2023, should be checked for surface corrosion or leaks to ensure the flexi has not developed structural cracks. Given the previous history of uneven tyre wear in 2019, the current set of tyres should be inspected for alignment issues or age-related cracking, regardless of tread depth.