2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · FN16 DSE
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 07/03/2016. Recorded mileage 70,528 miles. MOT valid until 07/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,528 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1398cc
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FN16 DSE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
- 70,528 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: 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.
FN16 DSE Mileage History
- 01/03/202246,367 mi
- 01/03/202353,208 mi+6,841 mi
- 05/03/202459,913 mi+6,705 mi
- 21/02/202566,047 mi+6,134 mi
- 23/02/202670,528 mi+4,481 mi
Average of roughly 6,065 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FN16 DSE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (FN16 DSE) between March 2022 and February 2026.
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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