2013 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · N333 AGH

The Vauxhall Adam’s most recent MOT test on January 8, 2026, confirms it passed without defects, though the preceding test on December 30, 2025, resulted in a failure—despite no recorded issues. This inconsistency suggests either a minor oversight in test reporting or a brief period of undocumented maintenance between tests. The overall trend remains stable, with no recurring faults or advisories across the past five tests, but the abrupt failure in December 2025 warrants scrutiny of components that might have narrowly missed failure thresholds. The vehicle’s age and mileage demand closer inspection of high-wear items, even if the MOT record appears clean. The recorded mileage of 107,548 miles over 13 years equates to roughly 8,273 miles annually, a rate typical for its class. There are no significant gaps in service intervals, and the mileage progression between tests is steady—no abrupt jumps or prolonged periods of inactivity. The December 2023 tests, just days apart, show a near-identical mileage reading (91,787 vs. 91,789), suggesting either a temporary hold or a minor oversight in odometer recording. This pattern indicates consistent use without extreme wear, though the lack of service records means hidden maintenance history remains unverified. Given the absence of advisories or recurring faults, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity—particularly rear suspension bushes and coil springs, given the vehicle’s age—and brake components, including rear calipers and discs, which are prone to binding or uneven wear. The lack of corrosion advisories in recent tests is reassuring, but a thorough check of wheel arches, sills, and underbody for rust is essential, especially in regions prone to salt corrosion. Tyre condition should also be verified, as the vehicle failed twice on tread depth in 2023, implying either basic upkeep was neglected or the tyres were replaced shortly before the most recent tests. Finally, exhaust emissions and catalytic converter efficiency, while not flagged, should be monitored for gradual degradation over time.