2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · HW66 FXS
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/11/2016. Recorded mileage 21,812 miles. MOT valid until 09/11/2026. Taxed until 01/08/2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/08/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 21,812 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1229cc
HW66 FXS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 21,812 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (2 mentions)
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.
HW66 FXS Mileage History
- 31/10/202214,749 mi
- 19/10/202316,251 mi+1,502 mi
- 19/10/202316,251 mi
- 08/11/202417,793 mi+1,542 mi
- 21/10/202521,812 mi+4,019 mi
Average of roughly 2,375 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HW66 FXS 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 (HW66 FXS) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 October 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: Steering (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
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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