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2013 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · GJ13 ABU

GJ13 ABU

2013 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 99,571 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ADAM
Year / Origin
2013 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
99,571 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 04 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1398cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle presents an exceptionally stable roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 10 June 2025 at 97,937 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to July 2021, suggesting a high standard of preventative maintenance and a vehicle that has been kept in a roadworthy state without the need for corrective repairs between annual tests. The mileage accumulation is consistent and aligns with typical usage for a thirteen year old city car. The odometer rose from 84,552 miles in July 2021 to 97,937 miles by June 2025, averaging roughly 3,360 miles per year over the last four years. This steady increase indicates the car has been in regular use rather than sitting idle, which generally helps preserve seals and battery health. The absence of any advisories over five consecutive years is rare for a vehicle of this age. The record shows no mentions of corrosion, worn suspension bushes, or thinning brake discs. While the DVSA data suggests a mechanically sound car, a buyer should still manually check for common age-related wear that MOT testers might overlook if it does not meet a failure threshold. Focus a physical inspection on the condition of the interior trim and the operation of the electronics. Check the tyre depths and the age of the battery, as these consumables may be due for replacement despite the clean MOT history. A road test should confirm the smoothness of the gearbox and the absence of any suspension knocks, though the historical data provides a strong baseline of reliability.
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GJ13 ABU Key Findings

  • 16 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/06/2026
  • 99,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

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GJ13 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Nov 2026, 11:19
MOT Analysis

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16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Vauxhall Adam (GJ13 ABU) between March 2016 and June 2026.

The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 10 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Inner Brake disc contaminated both sides (1.1.14 (b))”; “Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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ADVISORY

GJ13 ABU Mileage History

  1. 17/03/201642,782 mi
  2. 17/03/201642,782 mi
  3. 04/03/201757,757 mi+14,975 mi
  4. 21/11/201769,193 mi+11,436 mi
  5. 22/11/201769,193 mi
  6. 06/11/201873,438 mi+4,245 mi
  7. 01/11/201978,230 mi+4,792 mi
  8. 04/11/202083,155 mi+4,925 mi
  9. 04/11/202083,155 mi
  10. 06/07/202184,552 mi+1,397 mi
  11. 27/06/202288,895 mi+4,343 mi
  12. 21/06/202392,758 mi+3,863 mi
  13. 12/06/202495,303 mi+2,545 mi
  14. 10/06/202597,937 mi+2,634 mi
  15. 09/06/202699,560 mi+1,623 mi
  16. 10/06/202699,571 mi+11 mi

Average of roughly 5,550 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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