2015 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · EK65 DPY
2015 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2015. Recorded mileage 106,426 miles. MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,426 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
EK65 DPY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/09/2025
- 106,426 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
EK65 DPY Mileage History
- 22/09/202396,446 mi
- 17/09/2024102,672 mi+6,226 mi
- 17/09/2024102,672 mi
- 17/09/2025106,426 mi+3,754 mi
- 17/09/2025106,426 mi
Average of roughly 5,021 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
EK65 DPY MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Vauxhall Adam (EK65 DPY) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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