Opel Zafira Comfort 16V Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Opel Zafira Comfort 16V reliable? We analysed 1,803 real MOT tests across 121 vehicles to find out.
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The Opel Zafira Comfort 16V is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Opel Zafira Comfort 16V.
Opel Zafira Comfort 16V Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Opel Zafira Comfort 16V. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Opel Zafira Comfort 16V MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Opel Zafira Comfort 16V to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Opel Zafira Comfort 16V Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Opel Zafira Comfort 16V fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Opel Zafira Comfort 16V Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Opel Zafira Comfort 16V owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Opel Zafira Comfort 16V MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Opel Zafira Comfort 16V year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 336 | 70.5% | 54,915 | 83,830 | 113,080 |
| 2002 | 1,039 | 70.7% | 58,072 | 83,717 | 113,694 |
| 2001 | 262 | 63.4% | 74,724 | 104,612 | 146,514 |
| 2000 | 90 | 68.9% | 76,183 | 94,010 | 113,951 |
| 1999 | 55 | 72.7% | 71,020 | 102,384 | 131,274 |
How Long Does a Opel Zafira Comfort 16V Last?
Based on 121 Opel Zafira Comfort 16V vehicles on UK roads.
Opel Zafira Comfort 16V Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Opel Zafira Comfort 16V MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Opel Zafira Comfort 16V
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
72.7% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
63.4% MOT pass rate from 262 tests
The best year to buy a used Opel Zafira Comfort 16V is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.7% across 55 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Opel Zafira Comfort 16V Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opel Zafira Comfort 16V THIS CAR | 69.6% | 1,803 | 86,671 mi | 27 yrs |
| Opel Zafira | 68.5% | 30,915 | 93,196 mi | 27 yrs |
| Opel Astra | 69.2% | 26,435 | 84,472 mi | 28 yrs |
| Opel Corsa | 65.8% | 19,398 | 69,011 mi | 33 yrs |
| Toyota MR2 Roadster VVTI | 76.9% | 999 | 73,094 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Opel Zafira (68.5% pass rate) and the Opel Astra (69.2% pass rate), the Opel Zafira Comfort 16V outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Opel Zafira Comfort 16V has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.6% across 1,803 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Opel Zafira Comfort 16V are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (96 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (89), and track rod end ball joint has excessive play (62). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Opel Zafira Comfort 16V owner drives around 7,389 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Opel Zafira Comfort 16V models stay on UK roads for around 27 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.