2013 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · CG53 SHA
2013 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/11/2013. Recorded mileage 88,406 miles. MOT valid until 17/02/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/02/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,406 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 1229cc
CG53 SHA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
- 88,406 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for CG53SHA.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for CG53SHA. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
CG53 SHA Mileage History
- 20/08/202479,651 mi
- 20/08/202479,651 mi
- 13/06/202585,605 mi+5,954 mi
- 17/02/202688,404 mi+2,799 mi
- 18/02/202688,406 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,843 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CG53 SHA 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 2013 Vauxhall Adam (CG53 SHA) between August 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingres”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingre”.
Common Problems: VAUXHALL ADAM
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
View all VAUXHALL ADAM problems →Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (CG53 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as CG53SHA.
JAGUAR
S-TYPE
FIAT
STILO
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
FORD
TRANSIT CUSTOM 340LEADER EBLUE
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
CITROEN
C3
HYUNDAI
KONA ULTIMATE T-GDI MHEV
MAZDA
3
LAND ROVER
FREELANDER
KIA
SPORTAGE
VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER