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AA08 AMU

2008 Vauxhall Zafira

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

214,898 mi
Last recorded214,898 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Zafira75,375 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 AMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 214,898 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 210,579 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 202,895 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 202,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 198,425 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2021 191,465 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 183,572 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 171,099 miles

engine management lamp on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn smooth on inner edge. no cords exposed (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

both rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edges

covers in engine bay and under tray fitted obscuring some components

Fail 10 May 2018 171,099 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn smooth on inner edge. no cords exposed (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

both rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edges

covers in engine bay and under tray fitted obscuring some components

engine management lamp on

Pass 9 May 2017 154,495 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

covers in engine bay and under tray fitted obscuring some components

engine management lamp on

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 3 May 2017 154,478 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner part of tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

covers in engine bay and under tray fitted obscuring some components

engine management lamp on

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 May 2016 140,604 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

engine management light on dash indicating a fault

front registration plate slightly discoloured

Pass 7 May 2015 124,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 May 2015 124,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 106,760 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine management lamp on

Pass 14 May 2013 90,328 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 90,328 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2012 71,632 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 54,094 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 54,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Zafira?

Based on 8,488,627 MOT tests across 574,092 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
574,092
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 301,897
Brake pipe excessively corroded 199,525
position lamp(s) not working 140,225
coil spring broken 139,807
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 136,825
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AA08 AMU is a 2008 Vauxhall Zafira in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Zafira models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 75,375 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Zafira fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 301,897 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA08 AMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Zafira typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Vauxhall Zafira is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 AMU registered?

AA08 AMU is a 2008 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 12 May 2008.

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