2015 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · KA02 SYL
2015 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 13 Mar 2015. Recorded mileage 39,687 miles. MOT expired on 12 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,687 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KA02 SYL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2025
- 39,687 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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KA02 SYL 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 2015 Vauxhall Adam (KA02 SYL) between April 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
KA02 SYL Mileage History
- 06/04/202224,310 mi
- 07/04/202224,310 mi
- 06/04/202325,901 mi+1,591 mi
- 11/04/202433,558 mi+7,657 mi
- 09/04/202539,687 mi+6,129 mi
Average of roughly 5,111 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Vauxhall Adam
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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