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2014 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · HN14 ACJ

HN14 ACJ

2014 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 18 Apr 2014. Recorded mileage 42,838 miles. MOT valid until 03 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ADAM
Year / Origin
2014 · Portsmouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 03 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
42,838 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 03 Nov 2026
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2014
Engine
1398cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance history, though it experienced a notable failure in late 2025. The most recent inspection on 4 November 2025 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the issues identified during the previous failure have been addressed and rectified. Prior to that failure, the car consistently passed its tests in 2023, 2024, and 2025, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained to a roadworthy standard over the last several years. The mileage profile is significantly low for a 2014 registration, averaging approximately 3,570 miles per year to reach 42,838 total miles. This low usage typically correlates with reduced wear on mechanical components such as the engine, gearbox, and suspension bushings. However, low-mileage vehicles can sometimes suffer from issues like rubber degradation, brake seizure, or corrosion if they have sat stationary for long periods. The consistent annual testing between 2023 and 2025 suggests the car was used regularly. While the current MOT record shows no active defects, a buyer should verify the specific reasons for the failure in November 2025 to ensure the repairs were comprehensive. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection should focus on structural integrity for underbody rust and the condition of brake components, which are common areas of concern for this model irrespective of mileage. The data indicates a vehicle that has been kept in consistent testing cycles despite one setback in its recent history.

HN14 ACJ Key Findings

  • 12 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2025
  • 42,838 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

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Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

HN14 ACJ Mileage History

  1. 04/04/201715,509 mi
  2. 05/04/201818,760 mi+3,251 mi
  3. 04/04/201922,490 mi+3,730 mi
  4. 04/04/201922,490 mi
  5. 07/04/202026,139 mi+3,649 mi
  6. 13/04/202128,899 mi+2,760 mi
  7. 06/04/202232,059 mi+3,160 mi
  8. 21/04/202334,653 mi+2,594 mi
  9. 10/04/202437,507 mi+2,854 mi
  10. 09/04/202540,479 mi+2,972 mi
  11. 04/11/202542,838 mi+2,359 mi
  12. 04/11/202542,838 mi

Average of roughly 3,183 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.

HN14 ACJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 18:42
MOT Analysis

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12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Vauxhall Adam (HN14 ACJ) between April 2017 and November 2025.

The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 04 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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 Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn link (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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