2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · BW18 YKP
2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 25 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 50,142 miles. MOT expired on 08 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,142 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BW18 YKP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2025
- 50,142 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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.
BW18 YKP Mileage History
- 26/05/202222,108 mi
- 01/06/202330,267 mi+8,159 mi
- 01/06/202330,267 mi
- 09/05/202439,087 mi+8,820 mi
- 28/04/202550,142 mi+11,055 mi
Average of roughly 9,587 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BW18 YKP MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Vauxhall Adam (BW18 YKP) between May 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 April 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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