Vauxhall Zafira MOT Results

Registered in 2015
77.8% pass rate
from 15,189 tests in 2021
(13% worse than other 2015 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2015 cars and highlighted areas where the Vauxhall Zafira is unusually good or bad.

  • 5.8% fail on Tyres (35% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 3.1% fail on Tread depth (37% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 2.9% fail on Condition (33% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.12% fail on Size/type (89% worse than other 2015 cars)
  • 5.8% fail on Visibility (48% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 3.8% fail on Wipers (52% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 2.1% fail on Washers (51% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.040% fail on View to rear
      • 0.040% fail on Mirrors
    • 0.020% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.020% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.013% fail on Driver's view
  • 4.5% fail on Brakes (29% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 3.5% fail on Mechanical brake components (56% worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 3.3% fail on Brake linings and pads (84% worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 3.3% fail on Brake pads (83% worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.033% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.35% fail on Brake discs and drums (43% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.35% fail on Brake discs (43% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.033% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages
        • 0.026% fail on Cable
        • 0.0066% fail on Lever
    • 0.88% fail on Brake performance
      • 0.38% fail on Service brake performance (38% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.38% fail on Rbt (37% better than other 2015 cars)
          • 0.34% fail on Service brake performance (33% better than other 2015 cars)
          • 0.053% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.38% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
        • 0.38% fail on Rbt (sp)
      • 0.12% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.099% fail on Rbt
          • 0.086% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.013% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
        • 0.013% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.013% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles) (10 times worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.0066% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0066% fail on Parking brake performance
      • 0.079% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.079% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.040% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.040% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.059% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 0.27% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (100% worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Anti-lock braking system (2 times worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.18% fail on Electronic stability control (100% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.099% fail on Pedal (110% worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.0066% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.059% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.026% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.020% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
      • 0.0066% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.020% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.013% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.0066% fail on Reservoirs
    • 0.020% fail on Rigid brake pipes (74% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Parking brake control (90% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Lever (89% better than other 2015 cars)
  • 4.4% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 1.5% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 1.4% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.13% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 1.1% fail on Headlamps
      • 1.0% fail on Headlamp
      • 0.026% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.013% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 0.78% fail on Stop lamp
    • 0.58% fail on Direction indicators (40% worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.58% fail on Flashing type (40% worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.53% fail on Individual direction indicators (3 times worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.040% fail on Side repeaters (87% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.0066% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.47% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
    • 0.28% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.28% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.28% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.11% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.11% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.086% fail on Rear reflectors (160% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.059% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.059% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.053% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.020% fail on Horn
      • 0.013% fail on Trailer electrical socket
      • 0.013% fail on Battery(ies)
      • 0.0066% fail on Electrical wiring
  • 2.2% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (95% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 2.2% fail on Exhaust emissions (96% worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Compression ignition (140% worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.93% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (2 times worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.13% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
        • 0.046% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.020% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
        • 0.0066% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0066% fail on Particulate filter
        • 0.0066% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
      • 1.1% fail on Spark ignition (64% worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.87% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (110% worse than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.17% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.086% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.0066% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0066% fail on Oxygen sensor
    • 0.072% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.040% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.026% fail on Other leaks (4 times worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.0066% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
    • 0.0066% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0066% fail on Undertray
  • 2.1% fail on Suspension (35% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.97% fail on Springs (40% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.97% fail on Coil springs (40% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.97% fail on Coil spring (40% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.59% fail on Suspension arms (39% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.26% fail on Ball joint (46% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Ball joint dust cover (100% worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.15% fail on Pins and bushes (62% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Suspension arm
    • 0.23% fail on Macpherson strut (6 times worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.15% fail on Pins and bushes (7 times worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (3 times worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.013% fail on Ball joint (11 times worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.18% fail on Anti-roll bars (40% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.053% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.053% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.033% fail on Linkage
      • 0.020% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.013% fail on Linkage ball joints (88% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.0066% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.086% fail on Shock absorbers (63% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.053% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.033% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0066% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0066% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0066% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.033% fail on Suspension rods (3 times worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Ball joint dust cover (6 times worse than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.0066% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0066% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.026% fail on Wheel bearings (80% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Axles
      • 0.013% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
  • 0.71% fail on Body, chassis, structure (24% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.39% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.11% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.092% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.013% fail on Pipe
    • 0.059% fail on Transmission (84% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.059% fail on Drive shafts (83% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.053% fail on Joints (85% better than other 2015 cars)
        • 0.0066% fail on Drive shaft
    • 0.040% fail on Body
      • 0.040% fail on Other body component
    • 0.040% fail on Doors
      • 0.020% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.020% fail on Door condition
      • 0.013% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.013% fail on Door condition
      • 0.0066% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.0066% fail on Catch
    • 0.033% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.033% fail on Undertray
    • 0.0066% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.0066% fail on Spare wheel condition
    • 0.0066% fail on Floor
    • 0.0066% fail on Seats
      • 0.0066% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.0066% fail on Passenger compartment
  • 0.37% fail on Road Wheels (66% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.27% fail on Attachment (58% worse than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Condition (120% worse than other 2015 cars)
  • 0.30% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.18% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.16% fail on Condition
      • 0.013% fail on Requirements
      • 0.0066% fail on Attachment
    • 0.099% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.020% fail on Airbags
      • 0.013% fail on Drivers airbag
      • 0.0066% fail on Passengers airbag
  • 0.17% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.17% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.040% fail on Steering (90% better than other 2015 cars)
    • 0.026% fail on Steering linkage components (92% better than other 2015 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0066% fail on Drag link end
      • 0.0066% fail on Track rod end
    • 0.0066% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.0066% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.0066% fail on Power steering
      • 0.0066% fail on Operation
  • 0.0066% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0066% fail on Anchorages
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