2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · DV68 HBK
2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 36,228 miles. MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,228 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DV68 HBK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2025
- 36,228 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: 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.
DV68 HBK Mileage History
- 27/09/202120,780 mi
- 26/09/202224,426 mi+3,646 mi
- 25/09/202327,126 mi+2,700 mi
- 23/09/202432,274 mi+5,148 mi
- 26/09/202536,228 mi+3,954 mi
Average of roughly 3,865 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DV68 HBK MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Vauxhall Adam (DV68 HBK) between September 2021 and September 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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