2014 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · FJ64 HFA

The 2014 Vauxhall Adam presents a stable and favourable roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 10 October 2025 at 35,128 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of annual passes since at least September 2021. The maintenance trend is steady with no advisories or mechanical faults flagged across the available history, indicating consistent statutory compliance by the previous keeper. Mileage accumulation sits well below typical norms for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The record shows 27,897 miles in September 2021, rising to 29,538 by October 2022, 31,394 by October 2023, 33,023 by October 2024, and 35,128 by October 2025. That equates to roughly 1,800 to 2,200 miles per year, confirming light use with no gaps in testing and no sudden accumulation spikes. Such low annual coverage suggests the car spent extended periods stationary, which can mask wear on moving parts despite clean MOT outcomes. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, as standing time promotes corrosion and seized components that a pass with no defects will not capture. Examine underside structural integrity and exhaust emissions hardware for rust, particularly around subframes and mounting points. Verify tyre sidewall condition and brake disc face wear, since infrequent movement accelerates rubber perishing and surface pitting even when tread remains legal. The absence of recorded advisories across five tests implies the previous owner addressed minor consumable items before each examination. This pattern reflects disciplined basic upkeep rather than deferred maintenance. Given the low mileage and clean record, the Adam stands as a low-risk purchase subject to confirmation of underside and brake condition at point of sale.