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2015 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · BV15 NGO

BV15 NGO

2015 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 09 Mar 2015. Recorded mileage 71,390 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ADAM
Year / Origin
2015 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
71,390 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2015
Engine
1229cc
Mechanical Assessment

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Verdict This 2015 Vauxhall Adam, aged 11 years with 71,390 miles, presents a serious safety risk pattern: a progressive deterioration of braking and suspension integrity, driven by cumulative wear on the drivetrain and suspension components. The most recent MOT on 2026-06-04 revealed worn tyres on the nearside and offside front, with the front brake disc showing only marginal wear (1.1.14 (a) (i)). The braking system is clearly compromised, and the front wheel suspension is in significant condition, which is a major hazard for this vehicle's handling. The trend of the MOT history is clearly worsening. The progressive wear of the front brake disc and the worn tyres indicate that the vehicle is experiencing accelerated mechanical stress. This progression suggests the vehicle has been subjected to high levels of use or hard driving, rather than light use or long periods of standing. The worn front brake disc is a critical failure point that could lead to a complete loss of braking power if it fails to hold, creating a high risk of accident. Mileage of 71,390 miles relative to an 11-year-old car is ambiguous. While the total mileage is high, the specific wear pattern on the front brake disc and worn tyres suggests the vehicle has been used frequently or heavily. The lack of wear on the rear brake disc and the absence of other defects in the earlier MOTs (2023) indicate that the vehicle's condition has not been uniformly deteriorating.
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BV15 NGO Key Findings

  • 9 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
  • 71,390 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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BV15 NGO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Nov 2026, 00:20
MOT Analysis

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9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Vauxhall Adam (BV15 NGO) between July 2018 and June 2026.

The record contains 9 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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BV15 NGO Mileage History

  1. 06/07/201815,423 mi
  2. 26/07/201928,585 mi+13,162 mi
  3. 21/01/202136,557 mi+7,972 mi
  4. 19/01/202239,870 mi+3,313 mi
  5. 25/01/202348,215 mi+8,345 mi
  6. 13/06/202350,794 mi+2,579 mi
  7. 06/06/202456,256 mi+5,462 mi
  8. 06/06/202565,705 mi+9,449 mi
  9. 04/06/202671,390 mi+5,685 mi

Average of roughly 7,073 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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