Vauxhall Zafira
Registered from 1999 to 2026.
About this model
The Opel Zafira is a car manufactured and marketed across three generations between 1999 and 2019 by Opel. Based on the Opel Astra platform, it is developed to occupy the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) segment.
From the Wikipedia article Opel Zafira, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 2013 1.6 petrol. 4,128 of 19,577 tests failed, 21%.
Better than 39% of 2013 cars. The typical one fails 19%, across 828 models with enough tests behind them to say.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 36% | 1,484 |
| Lights and electrics | 31% | 1,294 |
| Tyres and wheels | 26% | 1,061 |
| Brakes | 24% | 1,000 |
| Exhaust and emissions | 21% | 851 |
| Body and structure | 13% | 550 |
The defects inspectors cite
- A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
- Exhaust system leaking or insecure
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Suspension — 36% of its failures
- A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- Tyres and wheels — 26% of its failures
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- Brakes — 24% of its failures
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- Exhaust and emissions — 21% of its failures
- Exhaust system leaking or insecure
- Lights and electrics — 31% of its failures
- Body and structure — 13% of its failures
When it starts failing
At 200k+ miles this one fails 17% of its inspections, against the 24% an ordinary car of the same age fails.
| Odometer | Failure rate | Rate | Its age | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0–20k miles | 5% | 8% | 137 | |
| 20–40k miles | 14% | 12% | 1,294 | |
| 40–60k miles | 18% | 16% | 3,946 | |
| 60–80k miles | 21% | 20% | 5,716 | |
| 80–100k miles | 23% | 22% | 4,465 | |
| 100–120k miles | 26% | 24% | 2,375 | |
| 120–140k miles | 26% | 24% | 893 | |
| 140–160k miles | 25% | 24% | 346 | |
| 160–180k miles | 24% | 24% | 178 | |
| 180–200k miles | 19% | 24% | 101 | |
| 200k+ miles | 17% | 24% | 122 |
19,573 British inspections, grouped by the odometer reading recorded at the test.
Half of these have more than 60k miles on them. That is how far people drive this car, not how long it lasts.
Specification
| Year | Measured |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 1.4 petrol · 1613 kg · 2760 mm wheelbase · 6.5 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2017 | 1.4 petrol · 137 hp · 1638 kg · 2741 mm wheelbase · 6.2 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2016 | 1.4 petrol · 132 hp · 1632 kg · 2760 mm wheelbase · 6.4 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2015 | 2.0 diesel · 152 hp · 1794 kg · 2760 mm wheelbase · 5.4 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2014 | 1.8 petrol · 130 hp · 1523 kg · 2693 mm wheelbase · 7.0 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2013 | 1.6 petrol · 168 hp · 1755 kg · 2760 mm wheelbase · 6.7 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2012 | 1.6 petrol · 115 hp · 1541 kg · 2699 mm wheelbase · 6.5 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2011 | 1.7 diesel · 117 hp · 1629 kg · 2682 mm wheelbase · 5.2 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2010 | 1.6 petrol · 1531 kg · 2703 mm wheelbase · 6.7 L/100km (NEDC) |
Recalls
Filed by the manufacturer with a regulator. A recall is repaired free of charge, whoever owns the car now.
A12/00225/23
AdBlue liquid injection may fall below adequate levels at extreme low temperatures (-15°C) when tank and fluid temperature are similarly low. Prolonged exposure to low temperatures may cause AdBlue to freeze, preventing the system from heating it quickly enough, which may result in excessive emission levels. This poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/00381/22
A defect in the gas generator of the driver airbag can lead to uncontrolled inflation and the release of metal fragments when the airbag is activated. This defect may increase the risk of injuries in the event of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/00412/22
The manufacturer's VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) label displays an incorrect weight. This may lead to an accident if more than the maximum allowable weight is towed. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/00845/22
The locking mechanism of the front headrests to the seats may be missing and could eject in the event of a collision, increasing the risk of injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01351/22
Improper high voltage wiring harness could cause temperature rise and burning of contacts inside the connector. This defect can cause significant damage to the power supply system, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01510/22
The screws in the vehicle steering box may have been improperly tightened, which can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01877/23
A software error in the engine control unit prevents the malfunction indicator light (MIL) from switching on if the urea injector stops working. This can lead to higher emissions and poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/02071/23
A software error in the engine control unit prevents the malfunction indicator light (MIL) from switching on if the urea injector stops working. This can lead to higher emissions and poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
10 more campaigns have been filed against this model. A dealer can check by VIN which apply to one car.