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Opel Zafira

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 1 model year from 42 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

74%

Total Tests

42

Model Year

2002

Years Covered

1

About the Opel Zafira

The Opel Zafira was MOT tested 42 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 1 model year (2002), with an average pass rate of 74%. That's 8 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1998cc)
£1,631
Road Tax
£325
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£2,511
Per month£209/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2002 details

How reliable is the Opel Zafira?

vs average of all models-8% (82% avg)
vs Opel brand average+2% (72% avg)

Opel Zafira by Year

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YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200274%42123,094 mi

Questions about the Opel Zafira

Is the Opel Zafira reliable?

Across its 1 model year in our data (2002), the Opel Zafira averages a 74% MOT pass rate, from 42 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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