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MA13 GVN

2013 Vauxhall Zafira

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,869 mi
Last recorded135,869 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Zafira61,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA13 GVN
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 135,869 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2026 135,869 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 117,562 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp mount broke, secured with cable tie

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

Fail 11 Feb 2025 117,546 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205..55..16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front headlamp mount broke, secured with cable tie

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 99,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear light cluster damaged with temporary repair letting in water

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

Fail 6 Feb 2024 99,226 miles

Central Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Brake cable insecure cable chafing on n/s tyre (1.1.15 (c))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect probably bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear light cluster damaged with temporary repair letting in water

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 78,845 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 67,615 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 61,769 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Mar 2020 56,584 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Apr 2019 51,676 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 30 Mar 2018 45,997 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 39,616 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 29,445 miles

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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MA13 GVN is a 2013 Vauxhall Zafira in Black with a 1,598cc petrol 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 MA13 GVN, 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 MA13 GVN registered?

MA13 GVN is a 2013 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is MA13 GVN safe to buy?

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