Vauxhall Zafira: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 10.6% of Vauxhall Zafira MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2008, 2009 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 23,990 | 14.5% |
| 2007 | 105,643 | 16.0% |
| 2008 | 120,049 | 16.3% |
| 2009 | 76,484 | 16.4% |
| 2014 | 173,044 | 6.2% |
| 2015 | 88,204 | 4.4% |
| 2016 | 71,025 | 3.1% |
| 2017 | 69,785 | 2.1% |
| 2018 | 28,602 | 1.4% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.