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HJ56 GZH

2006 Vauxhall Zafira

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,268 mi
Last recorded99,268 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Zafira76,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ56 GZH
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 99,268 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner smooth almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect limit just met (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing run flat damage plus 3 puncture (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear handbrake cable outer casing deteriorated

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth inner almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth inner almost to cords and splitting (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread inscription faded limit met (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 99,125 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine management warning light on [at time of testing] (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play front n/s inner steering arm ball joint worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator rear both n/s o/s brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play front n/s outer track rod end worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play front o/s inner steering arm ball joint worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine misfire

oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2022 87,345 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2022 87,345 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 83,383 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 83,383 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 79,207 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 72,670 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 72,670 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right both headlights too far right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 65,588 miles

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

Rear axle bushes worn and have play on both sides

Pass 27 Oct 2016 59,181 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 54,276 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 48,670 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 42,882 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 37,213 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 37,213 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 31,667 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 26,061 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 20,429 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 18,577 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 18,577 miles

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

n/s/f tyre on wear indicators,plus both front tyres worn on inner edges

sideways movement in handbrake lever

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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HJ56 GZH is a 2006 Vauxhall Zafira in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 HJ56 GZH, 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.

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What year was HJ56 GZH registered?

HJ56 GZH is a 2006 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 6 October 2006.

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