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AY16 SFE

2016 Vauxhall Zafira

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,372 mi
Last recorded58,372 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Zafira47,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 SFE
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 58,372 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 55,302 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 49,718 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 42,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 42,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 35,269 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 29,338 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 24,013 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 19,514 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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AY16 SFE is a 2016 Vauxhall Zafira in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Zafira models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 47,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY16 SFE, 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 10 years old, this Vauxhall Zafira is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY16 SFE registered?

AY16 SFE is a 2016 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is AY16 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY16 SFE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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