2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · DX66 MHU
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 12 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 34,813 miles. MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,813 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DX66 MHU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2024
- 34,813 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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.
DX66 MHU Mileage History
- 16/09/202130,978 mi
- 15/09/202231,870 mi+892 mi
- 14/09/202334,192 mi+2,322 mi
- 23/10/202434,813 mi+621 mi
Average of roughly 1,236 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
DX66 MHU MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (DX66 MHU) between September 2021 and October 2024.
The record contains 4 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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