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Vauxhall Zafira MOT Failure

zafira worn tyre due to worn track rod end

Vauxhall Zafira MOT Failure

A Day in the Garage:

Dramatic MOT for a Vauxhall Zafira

Recently, the Vauxhall Zafira, a true workhorse of British roads, stopped by my garage (Pellon Autocentre, Halifax, UK) for a MOT. Now, if you’ve ever driven a Zafira, you know it’s a well-liked family vehicle that was designed for practicality—or annoyance. Regretfully, there was some drama involved with this Zafira’s MOT failure.

The MOT: Track-Rod End Wear

A customer brought in their Zafira with the expectation of receiving a simple MOT pass. Nevertheless, we found a worn-out track-rod end during the inspection. The track-rod end is an essential component of the steering system, for those who are unaware. You have issues if it’s not up to par, particularly in terms of road safety.

It was obvious that this Zafira had travelled a fair amount on the Halifax area roads, and wear and tear had taken its toll. But don’t worry! The track-rod end was replaced, and it passed the test with ease. Grinning, the customer headed back out into the hills of West Yorkshire.

Vauxhall Zafira MOT Failure
Vauxhall Zafira MOT Failure

A Brief Overview of the Zafira

Since the late 1990s, the Vauxhall Zafira has been a common sight on UK roads. It’s one of those vehicles that simply keeps going, much like your friend who, after a hard week, is always ready for a pint at the local pub. When it was first introduced in 1999, its Flex7 seating system—which allowed you to swiftly convert it from a spacious cargo van to a 7-seater people carrier with just a few simple movements—helped it gain popularity. Ideal for taking the kids to football practice or for weekend B&Q runs.

Constructed by Vauxhall, or Opel for our European neighbours, the Zafira has undergone multiple generations of development. Though the automobile had gotten somewhat more tech-savvy by the time we reached the third generation in 2011, the early models were still renowned for their dependability. New features included enhanced engines and safety systems.

There are a lot of Zafiras in here in Halifax, simply because we had a Vauxhall franchise garage in the area. These are reliable vehicles that are ideal for the terrain in the area, whether you’re travelling to the Peak District or simply negotiating the unpredictable weather and road conditions that West Yorkshire is so fortunate to have.

Vauxhall Zafira MOT Failure
Vauxhall Zafira MOT Failure
Final Thoughts

Although this Zafira first failed its MOT, a quick fix fixed the issue. It serves as a reminder that even the most dependable automobiles occasionally require some TLC. Frequent maintenance is essential, particularly for elements that wear out over time, such track-rod ends.

Don’t wait until it’s too late

If your car needs to be serviced or if you’ve observed that it’s not handling as well as it should. You don’t want anything as basic as a worn part to catch you off guard, so bring it down to the garage and let us take a look. Halifax’s roads can be treacherous enough without adding auto problems to the mix!