The VAUXHALL ZAFIRA (1999-05) 5DR MPV 2.2I 16V DESIGN is a compact, five-door people carrier, aimed at families needing more flexibility than a conventional hatchback without moving up to a large van-like MPV. In the UK used market, it offers affordable, practical seven-seat motoring, though age and condition matter greatly. Design trim pairs the engine with a flexible cabin and folding extra seats for school runs, shopping and family trips. It suits households occasionally needing seven seats, though luggage room shrinks when all are in use. Against the Renault Scénic and Citroën Xsara Picasso, its clever seating is a key distinction. Mycarcheck.com records 40 look-ups across five distinct VINs, so treat these figures as a small snapshot, not a full verdict. Checked examples averaged £400 in private-sale value, 83,000 miles and about four previous keepers; recorded annual mileage averaged 2,000 miles. This low-cost, older MPV rewards checks of condition and history.