2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · XL51 LAP
2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 28/09/2018. Recorded mileage 38,776 miles. MOT valid until 15/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Personal Export
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,776 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1229cc
XL51 LAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2025
- 38,776 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
XL51 LAP Mileage History
- 04/04/202316,000 mi
- 16/10/202316,738 mi+738 mi
- 16/10/202316,739 mi+1 mi
- 15/10/202429,082 mi+12,343 mi
- 13/10/202538,776 mi+9,694 mi
Average of roughly 9,012 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
XL51 LAP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Vauxhall Adam (XL51 LAP) between April 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: VAUXHALL ADAM
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Ignition Coil Pack Failure(Moderate)
A very common issue on the 1.2 and 1.4 naturally aspirated engines. The coil pack fails, leading to a noticeable misfire and a flashing engine management light.
- Timing Chain Stretch (1.0 Turbo)(Serious)
The 1.0-litre turbo three-cylinder engine can suffer from timing chain stretch if oil changes are not performed on schedule, leading to rattling on start-up and potential engine damage.
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