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FH55 EXC

2006 Vauxhall Zafira

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,141 mi
Last recorded102,141 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Zafira76,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 EXC
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 102,141 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 95,307 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 87,344 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 81,980 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 75,452 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 70,685 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 70,685 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 67,635 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 61,365 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 55,953 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 55,953 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2017 51,711 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 51,711 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 46,592 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 40,267 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 34,251 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Feb 2013 28,773 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Feb 2012 23,229 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 17,759 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 12,018 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 6,767 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 16 Dec 2008 6,665 miles

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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FH55 EXC is a 2006 Vauxhall Zafira in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Vauxhall Zafira models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 76,067 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 FH55 EXC, 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 20 years old, this Vauxhall Zafira is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH55 EXC registered?

FH55 EXC is a 2006 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 2 February 2006.

Is FH55 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 EXC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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