The VAUXHALL ZAFIRA (2005-15) 5DR MPV 1.7 CDTI ECOFLEX DPF 125 ELITE 6SPD is a practical, five-door family MPV: taller and roomier than a hatchback, but easier to park than many large SUVs. Its flexible seating and useful cabin make it a familiar, affordable choice in Britain’s used-car market. It is best suited to families needing occasional extra seats, school runs and holidays, while the diesel engine also makes it appealing to regular commuters. The Ecoflex version is aimed at keeping fuel use sensible, and the Elite trim brings a more comfortable, well-equipped feel. Compared with rivals such as the Ford C-Max and Renault Scénic, the Zafira is especially valued for its flexible passenger space. mycarcheck.com recorded 351 checks across 144 different VINs, a useful sample. Look-ups show an average private-sale value of £2,500, mileage of 99,000 and roughly two or three previous keepers, helping frame expectations when shopping for a used car.