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Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti reliable? We analysed 801 real MOT tests across 140 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 801 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
79.9%
Typical Mileage
93,248mi
Annual Mileage
9,360mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti.

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Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 1
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure DESTORTED 1

Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,482 mi/yr
Typical
9,360 mi/yr
Average
9,722 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,486 mi/yr

Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
93,248 mi
75th Percentile
120,270 mi
95th Percentile
160,477 mi
Max Recorded
1,182,219 mi

How Does the Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti THIS CAR 79.9% 801 93,248 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa 69.7% 26,893,546 58,908 mi 33 yrs
Vauxhall Astra 71.9% 25,288,868 76,280 mi 34 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira 71.9% 8,488,627 75,062 mi 27 yrs
Chevrolet Cruze Lt 84.3% 682 63,586 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti?

The Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.9% across 801 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti owner drives around 9,360 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.

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.

Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti reliable?
Based on 801 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti has a 79.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti does around 9,360 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.