2015 Vauxhall Zafira 2.0L Diesel · YY15 UBZ

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While it passed its most recent MOT in December 2025 at 106,307 miles, this followed an immediate failure where it failed multiple critical brake and tyre defects. The history shows that the owner consistently waits for a test failure before addressing essential safety components like brake pads and tyres, indicating a pattern of neglected upkeep that risks the long-term mechanical integrity of the vehicle. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a recorded gap of 7,474 miles between the November 2024 test at 99,053 miles and the December 2025 test at 106,307 miles, suggesting steady annual use. However, the frequency of failures during these intervals highlights that even though the mileage is typical, the age of the vehicle and the lack of proactive servicing are pushing components toward their service limits. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension. The record repeatedly flags corroded brake pipes on both nearside and offside sides, which persisted from 2024 through to 2025; the presence of grease on these pipes often suggests an attempt to mask surface corrosion from the tester. Furthermore, the front suspension arm bushes were noted as worn in late 2024, which should be checked for excessive play or perished rubber, as these directly affect handling stability and tyre life. The tyres also remain a point of concern, with multiple entries showing them worn to the legal limit or perished across the last two testing years. The offside rear tyre was specifically flagged for cracking in December 2025, suggesting the rubber is degrading due to age. Given the history of brake pads being replaced only after a failure, the buyer should verify that the current components are high-quality and that the brake discs are not excessively pitted or scored as noted in the December 2025 failure report.