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2016 VAUXHALL ADAM1.2L Petrol

SH16 ADX

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VAUXHALL ADAM (2016, Petrol, 1229cc) — mileage recorded at 43,002. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

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Expires 30/10/2026
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1229cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent MOT test on 23 October 2025 at 43,002 miles. Although the record shows a momentary failure on that same date, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects indicates that any identified issue was rectified immediately. Since 2022, the car has consistently passed inspections without advisories, suggesting that the mechanical and structural integrity has remained sound over the last three years. The mileage pattern is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 22,687 miles and October 2025 at 43,002 miles, the car covered roughly 20,000 miles over three years. The gap of 5,144 miles between 2023 and 2024 shows consistent short-distance driving habits. This low usage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to fluid degradation or corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods between tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to low-mileage issues, such as brake oxidation and rubberized bushings which can perish from age rather than use. While the record shows no flagged suspension faults or structural rust, a manual check for surface corrosion on the chassis is advisable for a vehicle of this age. Given the lack of advisories in the history, the vehicle appears to have been well-maintained, provided the owner has followed regular service intervals between the annual MOT tests.

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 16:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent MOT test on 23 October 2025 at 43,002 miles. Although the record shows a momentary failure on that same date, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects indicates that any identified issue was rectified immediately. Since 2022, the car has consistently passed inspections without advisories, suggesting that the mechanical and structural integrity has remained sound over the last three years. The mileage pattern is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 22,687 miles and October 2025 at 43,002 miles, the car covered roughly 20,000 miles over three years. The gap of 5,144 miles between 2023 and 2024 shows consistent short-distance driving habits. This low usage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to fluid degradation or corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods between tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to low-mileage issues, such as brake oxidation and rubberized bushings which can perish from age rather than use. While the record shows no flagged suspension faults or structural rust, a manual check for surface corrosion on the chassis is advisable for a vehicle of this age. Given the lack of advisories in the history, the vehicle appears to have been well-maintained, provided the owner has followed regular service intervals between the annual MOT tests.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2016 Vauxhall Adam (SH16 ADX) has a recorded MOT history spanning from August 2022 to October 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Across its entire MOT history, this Vauxhall has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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