2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · HR05 BOR
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 03 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 85,299 miles. MOT expired on 29 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,299 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HR05 BOR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/05/2025
- 85,299 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.
HR05 BOR 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 (HR05 BOR) between November 2021 and May 2025.
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.
HR05 BOR Mileage History
- 29/11/202147,897 mi
- 03/12/202255,254 mi+7,357 mi
- 27/11/202365,383 mi+10,129 mi
- 28/11/202481,675 mi+16,292 mi
- 30/05/202585,299 mi+3,624 mi
Average of roughly 10,687 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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