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AO09 VPL

2009 Vauxhall Zafira

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,220 mi
Last recorded79,220 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Zafira71,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 VPL
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 79,220 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 79,217 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 69,226 miles

Coolant level low

Engine management light illuminated on dash

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

OSR and NSR main axle bushes showing signs of deterioration

OSR and NSR tyre tread getting low and worn on inner and outer edges

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Third row seats ()

Fail 2 Oct 2017 69,222 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Coolant level low

Engine management light illuminated on dash

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

OSR and NSR main axle bushes showing signs of deterioration

OSR and NSR tyre tread getting low and worn on inner and outer edges

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Third row seats ()

Pass 2 Nov 2016 58,310 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 58,308 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 43,179 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 43,179 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 36,081 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 36,081 miles

Nearside Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 28,234 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 20,396 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AO09 VPL is a 2009 Vauxhall Zafira in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall Zafira models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 71,823 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 AO09 VPL, 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 17 years old, this Vauxhall Zafira is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO09 VPL registered?

AO09 VPL is a 2009 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 18 June 2009.

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