2015 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · AM11 BUR

The vehicle currently presents a precarious roadworthiness status due to a clear trend of worsening structural integrity. While it passed its most recent test on 15 January 2026 at 54,029 miles, this followed an immediate failure caused by a fractured offside front coil spring and heavy subframe corrosion. The front subframe has been flagged as heavily corroded in three consecutive annual tests dating back to 2024 and 2025, indicating that this structural issue is progressing over time rather than being addressed through remediation. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,912 miles per year. The record shows consistent usage, with 3,375 miles driven between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 2,271 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. While low mileage generally reduces wear on engine components, it often accelerates the degradation of rubber parts and metal, which aligns with the recurring corrosion issues noted in the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front subframe to determine if the corrosion is surface-level or has compromised the structural integrity of the chassis. The previous failure of the nearside track rod end and the broken coil spring suggest that the suspension geometry is under stress or has suffered neglected maintenance. Additionally, the binding nearside rear service brake noted in 2025 and the free play in the handbrake from 2024 require verification to ensure the braking system is not seizing or out of adjustment.