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Opel Zafira

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

DFH 401MOT history

DFH 401 is a blue petrol Opel Zafira first used on 27 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 162,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
162,838 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DFH 401
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Opel
Model
Zafira
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DFH 401 was last recorded at 162,838 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 1,336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,502 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,336 miles
Average per year
6,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,838 miles
  • 2024 – 161,502 miles
  • 2022 – 157,676 miles
  • 2021 – 149,209 miles
  • 2020 – 144,621 miles
  • 2019 – 141,045 miles
  • 2018 – 134,261 miles
  • 2017 – 128,988 miles
  • 2016 – 123,936 miles
  • 2015 – 119,371 miles
  • 2014 – 111,649 miles
  • 2013 – 106,998 miles
  • 2012 – 100,673 miles
  • 2011 – 95,363 miles
  • 2010 – 84,717 miles
  • 2009 – 77,140 miles
  • 2008 – 66,904 miles
  • 2007 – 50,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,838 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,838 miles (+1,336)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    162,838 miles
    Test number
    191321001794
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass161,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    161,502 miles
    Test number
    340025092036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail161,502 miles (+1,480)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,502 miles
    Test number
    447003741682
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass160,022 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    160,022 miles
    Test number
    543357831935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail160,022 miles (+2,346)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,022 miles
    Test number
    855567802477
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass157,676 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    157,676 miles
    Test number
    854075342288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail157,676 miles (+8,467)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,676 miles
    Test number
    794702191149
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass149,209 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,209 miles
    Test number
    867311028266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear end under body corroded

  9. Fail149,209 miles (+4,588)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,209 miles
    Test number
    695228408798
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear end under body corroded

  10. Pass144,621 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,621 miles
    Test number
    437934394336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail144,618 miles (+3,573)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,618 miles
    Test number
    920711670436
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass141,045 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,045 miles
    Test number
    550860245999
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust flexi pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower arm bushh (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail141,043 miles (+6,782)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,043 miles
    Test number
    826145980029
    • DangerousNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust flexi pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass134,261 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,261 miles
    Test number
    824225536500
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  15. Fail134,261 miles (+5,273)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,261 miles
    Test number
    744352949894
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  16. Pass128,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,988 miles
    Test number
    438030866118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking

  17. Fail128,988 miles (+5,052)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,988 miles
    Test number
    852553291264
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking

  18. Pass123,936 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    123,936 miles
    Test number
    990166074107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracking in tread area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded left and right and one centre (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail123,936 miles (+4,565)1 failure3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,936 miles
    Test number
    752674480559
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracking in tread area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded left and right and one centre (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass119,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,371 miles
    Test number
    229947285415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail119,371 miles (+7,722)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,371 miles
    Test number
    845444785160
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass111,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    111,649 miles
    Test number
    249660164185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail111,649 miles (+4,651)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,649 miles
    Test number
    248180164127
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass106,998 miles (+6,325)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,998 miles
    Test number
    616006153167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass100,673 miles (+5,310)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,673 miles
    Test number
    527910062114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFear silencer mount loose on weld

  26. Pass95,363 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    95,363 miles
    Test number
    246869971424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail95,363 miles (+10,646)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,363 miles
    Test number
    408529971111
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass84,717 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    84,717 miles
    Test number
    731966460170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Fail84,717 miles (+7,577)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,717 miles
    Test number
    623455960178
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass77,140 miles (+10,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,140 miles
    Test number
    632172989180
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Pass66,904 miles (+16,863)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    66,904 miles
    Test number
    770982478145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass50,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,041 miles
    Test number
    751559857109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DFH 401

What vehicle is registration DFH 401 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DFH 401 on a blue petrol Opel Zafira first used on 27 May 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DFH 401 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DFH 401 is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on DFH 401?
The MOT on DFH 401 is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DFH 401 done?
DFH 401 was recorded at 162,838 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 6,087 miles a year.
Has DFH 401 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DFH 401 has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on DFH 401 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on DFH 401 find?
DFH 401 passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: central rear towbar component corroded, but not excessively; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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