2011 Vauxhall Zafira zafira 1.9 petrol 2011.. oil increasing in level in sump. at least 4 inches above max. runs great starts great no loss of water , oil quite thin now

Car: Vauxhall Zafira
Year: 2011
Variant: 1.9 ....7 seater
Categories: Engine & Drivetrain
Oil level increased about 4 inches. Looks thin. Still black in colour. Starts great and runs great .85000 miles
Posted: Jun 18, 2021 (2 years ago)
That is a terrible amount of engine oil overfill, surprised engine is still running . Oil should not be black , needs draining urgently before bad engine damage and oil that is drained needs examined for signs of the cause . Next step depends on findings .
Posted Jun 18, 2021 (2 years ago)
Thank you so much for reply, I have booked it into garage for Monday. Thanks again.
Posted Jun 18, 2021 (2 years ago)

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