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Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti reliable? We analysed 2,717 real MOT tests across 581 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,717 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.7%
Typical Mileage
79,858mi
Annual Mileage
9,496mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri 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 Tourer Sri Cdti.

Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti Number Plates

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

Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1

Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
6,829 mi/yr
Typical
9,496 mi/yr
Average
10,142 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,511 mi/yr

Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti Mileage Distribution

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

Median
79,858 mi
75th Percentile
105,184 mi
95th Percentile
141,978 mi
Max Recorded
581,458 mi

How Does the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri 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 Tourer Sri Cdti THIS CAR 87.7% 2,717 79,858 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
Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic 79.7% 1,288 79,837 mi 23 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti?

The Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 2,717 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 tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri 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 Tourer Sri Cdti owner drives around 9,496 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 Tourer Sri Cdti — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti reliable?
Based on 2,717 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti has a 87.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti does around 9,496 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri Cdti last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Sri 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.