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GL13 BTU

2013 Vauxhall Zafira

Bronze Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,877 mi
Last recorded129,877 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Zafira61,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL13 BTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 129,877 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2025 129,877 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 119,349 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 107,448 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 94,805 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 94,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 82,592 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 69,873 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 59,631 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 45,425 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 31,341 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 18,163 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 16,729 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 17 May 2016 16,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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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GL13 BTU is a 2013 Vauxhall Zafira in Bronze with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Vauxhall Zafira models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 61,856 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 GL13 BTU, 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 13 years old, this Vauxhall Zafira is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GL13 BTU registered?

GL13 BTU is a 2013 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 24 July 2013.

Is GL13 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL13 BTU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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