2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · DL16 UKH
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 16 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 29,812 miles. MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 29,812 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DL16 UKH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/12/2025
- 29,812 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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.
DL16 UKH Mileage History
- 04/12/202116,623 mi
- 16/12/202220,452 mi+3,829 mi
- 15/12/202324,670 mi+4,218 mi
- 14/12/202427,395 mi+2,725 mi
- 06/12/202529,812 mi+2,417 mi
Average of roughly 3,293 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DL16 UKH MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (DL16 UKH) between December 2021 and December 2025.
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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- 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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