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LY13 BTF

2013 Vauxhall Zafira

Grey Gas bi-fuel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,676 mi
Last recorded114,676 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Zafira61,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY13 BTF
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 114,676 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, worn edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 107,465 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear light unit damaged

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 100,691 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2023 100,691 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2022 94,424 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 87,397 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 87,388 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 79,484 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 59,657 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 41,319 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 41,319 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 25,581 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 15,604 miles

nail in tread offside 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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LY13 BTF is a 2013 Vauxhall Zafira in Grey with a 1,598cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 LY13 BTF, 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 LY13 BTF registered?

LY13 BTF is a 2013 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 17 July 2013.

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