2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · HA54 ABS
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 26/01/2016. Recorded mileage 48,061 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Bournemouth
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,061 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1398cc
HA54 ABS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2025
- 48,061 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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.
HA54 ABS Mileage History
- 14/09/202232,308 mi
- 20/09/202337,537 mi+5,229 mi
- 20/09/202443,174 mi+5,637 mi
- 29/08/202547,949 mi+4,775 mi
- 01/09/202548,061 mi+112 mi
Average of roughly 5,311 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HA54 ABS 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 (HA54 ABS) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d)”.
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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