2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · BW65 WGO
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 05 Feb 2016. Recorded mileage 62,866 miles. MOT expired on 01 Mar 2023.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Mar 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,866 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BW65 WGO Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2022
- 62,866 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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BW65 WGO MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (BW65 WGO) between February 2022 and February 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Vauxhall Adam
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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