2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · BV18 DVC
2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2018. Recorded mileage 48,628 miles. MOT valid until 28/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,628 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1398cc
BV18 DVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2026
- 48,628 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 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.
BV18 DVC Mileage History
- 22/02/202233,384 mi
- 23/02/202338,540 mi+5,156 mi
- 01/03/202443,051 mi+4,511 mi
- 31/01/202545,915 mi+2,864 mi
- 05/02/202648,628 mi+2,713 mi
Average of roughly 3,856 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BV18 DVC 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 (BV18 DVC) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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