How much does a 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,737 (£145/month), including £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA?

The 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA has a 86% MOT pass rate based on 7,948 tests in 2026. This ranks 507 out of 649 cars from 2018.

Which year VAUXHALL ZAFIRA is most reliable?

The 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA has the highest MOT pass rate at 86%. The least reliable year is 1999 at 65%.

What is the average mileage for a 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA?

The average mileage for a 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA is 48,589 miles, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

VAUXHALL ZAFIRA (2018)

Q: Is the 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 86% of VAUXHALL ZAFIRAs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 7,948 tests. That's 4 points above the national average of 82%.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 7,948 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

86%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1364cc Petrol

Solid Option

86% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1364cc8 years old7,948 tests49k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1364cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£1,737

Per month£145/mo

Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

86% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 8 years old, 86% of VAUXHALL ZAFIRAs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 7,948 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 48,589 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 cars507th of 649(top 78%)

Rank among VAUXHALL models434th of 882(top 49%)

vs national average+4%(82% avg)

vs 2018 cars average-3%(89% avg)

vs VAUXHALL average+2%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

48,589

Average miles

59,200

Expected for age

The average 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA has 48,589 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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VAUXHALL ZAFIRA by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2018	86%	7,948	48,589 mi
2017	84%	19,182	57,186 mi
2016	83%	19,435	69,725 mi
2015	81%	24,364	79,658 mi
2014	79%	47,163	87,407 mi
2013	78%	47,851	91,885 mi
2012	76%	28,728	96,866 mi
2011	73%	23,998	106,807 mi
2010	72%	32,021	108,515 mi
2009	70%	18,589	107,690 mi
2008	69%	27,404	113,639 mi
2007	68%	22,972	114,567 mi
2006	69%	15,366	117,052 mi
2005	69%	10,501	117,280 mi
2004	70%	8,351	117,412 mi
2003	69%	4,657	117,922 mi
2002	71%	2,799	121,379 mi
2001	71%	1,295	121,885 mi
2000	66%	452	133,027 mi
1999	65%	219	123,366 mi

Similar Cars to Consider

FORD FIESTA

2016 · 998cc Petrol

£1,390/year

81%

-5%

VAUXHALL CORSA

2016 · 1398cc Petrol

£1,572/year

81%

-5%

FORD FOCUS

2016 · 1596cc Petrol

£1,677/year

87%

+1%

NISSAN QASHQAI

2017 · 1200cc Petrol

£1,550/year

86%

same

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About the 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA

The 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA is a small family car with a 1364cc petrol engine. 7,948 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 78% of 2018 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 48,589 miles at 8 years old, VAUXHALL ZAFIRA owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA Fuel Costs

The 1364cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 (£145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VAUXHALL ZAFIRA Reliability Trend

Newer VAUXHALL ZAFIRAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 10 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. With 7,948 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2018 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
VAUXHALL ZAFIRA(2018)	86%	£1137	£195	Grp 8-20	£1737
FORD FIESTA(2016)	81%	£955	£30	Grp 1-8	£1390-£347
VAUXHALL CORSA(2016)	81%	£1137	£30	Grp 8-20	£1572-£165
FORD FOCUS(2016)	87%	£1137	£135	Grp 12-25	£1677-£60
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)	86%	£955	£190	Grp 5-15	£1550-£187

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.