Opel Zafira Elegance 16V Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Opel Zafira Elegance 16V reliable? We analysed 3,179 real MOT tests across 217 vehicles to find out.
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The Opel Zafira Elegance 16V is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Opel Zafira Elegance 16V.
Opel Zafira Elegance 16V Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Opel Zafira Elegance 16V. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Opel Zafira Elegance 16V MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Opel Zafira Elegance 16V to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Opel Zafira Elegance 16V Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Opel Zafira Elegance 16V fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Opel Zafira Elegance 16V Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Opel Zafira Elegance 16V owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Opel Zafira Elegance 16V MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Opel Zafira Elegance 16V year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 138 | 73.9% | 51,352 | 73,696 | 105,451 |
| 2003 | 815 | 69.4% | 45,738 | 69,309 | 95,267 |
| 2002 | 1,699 | 69.0% | 59,688 | 86,707 | 117,439 |
| 2001 | 355 | 67.0% | 71,508 | 96,767 | 126,724 |
| 2000 | 141 | 68.8% | 64,004 | 81,130 | 105,184 |
How Long Does a Opel Zafira Elegance 16V Last?
Based on 217 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V vehicles on UK roads.
Opel Zafira Elegance 16V Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Opel Zafira Elegance 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 Elegance 16V
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.9% MOT pass rate from 138 tests
67.0% MOT pass rate from 355 tests
The best year to buy a used Opel Zafira Elegance 16V is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.9% across 138 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.0% — 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 Elegance 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 Elegance 16V THIS CAR | 69.2% | 3,179 | 83,021 mi | 26 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 |
| Citroen Berlingo 600 HDI Enter 75 | 73.4% | 1,224 | 130,406 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Opel Zafira (68.5% pass rate) and the Opel Astra (69.2% pass rate), the Opel Zafira Elegance 16V sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Opel Zafira Elegance 16V has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.2% across 3,179 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Opel Zafira Elegance 16V are brake pipe excessively corroded (189 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (163), and track rod end ball joint has excessive play (155). 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 Elegance 16V owner drives around 7,603 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 Elegance 16V models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.