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2017 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · ML13 ADL

ML13 ADL

2017 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 66,802 miles. MOT valid until 21 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ADAM
Year / Origin
2017 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
Recorded Mileage
66,802 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2017
Engine
1229cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Vauxhall Adam presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 23 May 2025 at 60,426 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the record shows a failure on the same day, the lack of listed defects suggests a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for a nine year old vehicle. Between February 2022 and May 2025, the odometer rose from 36,408 to 60,426 miles. This represents a steady increase of roughly 24,000 miles over three years, indicating the car has been used regularly without prolonged periods of standing or sudden spikes in high-intensity use. The absence of any advisories or failures across five consecutive tests is unusual for a vehicle of this age. The tester flagged no issues with suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions from March 2022 through May 2025. This suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance or a very light duty cycle. A buyer should still perform a physical check of the brake pads and tyre tread depths, as these consumables are not always flagged until they reach the legal limit. I recommend inspecting the underbody for surface corrosion and checking the service history for evidence of oil changes and timing belt intervals, as the MOT record alone does not confirm internal engine maintenance.

ML13 ADL Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
  • 66,802 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Vauxhall Vauxhall Adam

Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

ML13 ADL Mileage History

  1. 26/02/202453,925 mi
  2. 23/05/202560,426 mi+6,501 mi
  3. 23/05/202560,426 mi
  4. 20/05/202666,802 mi+6,376 mi
  5. 21/05/202666,802 mi

Average of roughly 5,772 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

ML13 ADL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Sept 2026, 12:47
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Vauxhall Adam (ML13 ADL) between February 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 21 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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