2015 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · BU15 NLR
2015 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 11 Jun 2015. Recorded mileage 50,491 miles. MOT expired on 23 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,491 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BU15 NLR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
- 50,491 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: Below Average
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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.
BU15 NLR Mileage History
- 24/08/202245,363 mi
- 24/08/202347,633 mi+2,270 mi
- 22/08/202449,478 mi+1,845 mi
- 22/08/202449,479 mi+1 mi
- 22/08/202550,491 mi+1,012 mi
Average of roughly 1,712 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BU15 NLR MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Vauxhall Adam (BU15 NLR) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 August 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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- Ignition Coil Pack FailureModerate
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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