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Opel Zafira buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Opel Zafira costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 62 for sale right now.
Used Opel Zafira prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | €11,950 | 162k km | 6 |
| 2017 | €9,950 | 156k km | 6 |
| 2016 | €6,950 | 213k km | 13 |
| 2015 | €6,950 | 184k km | 7 |
| 2014 | €4,800 | 201k km | 6 |
| 2013 | €4,000 | 198k km | 10 |
Opel Zafira NCT pass rate
How often Opel Zafiras pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 55% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 55% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 37% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 53% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 46% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 43% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 39% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 29% | 38% | |
| 2010 | 32% | 34% | |
| 2007 | 25% | 31% |
Most common reasons a 2015 Opel Zafira fails: lights & electrics (22.8% of tests, more than most cars), steering & suspension (13.2% of tests), wheel alignment (10.2% of tests), safety equipment (9.6% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Opel Zafira problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Blower resistor fault (fire-risk recall) · €60–€200
Try every fan speed. Ask if the recall was done.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel | ~280k km | ~€270 | 8 |
| 1.6 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€200 | 6 |
| 1.7 Diesel | ~330k km | ~€270 | 6 |
2.0 Diesel: usual problem: dMF, swirl flaps and EGR.
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Opel Zafira
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used Opel Zafira
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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