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2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · KM03 AAA

KM03 AAA

2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 02 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 50,767 miles. MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ADAM
Year / Origin
2018 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 17 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
Recorded Mileage
50,767 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 17 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1229cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent MOT test on 18 February 2026 at 50,767 miles. While the record shows an initial failure on that same date, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects indicates that any identified faults were rectified promptly. The maintenance trend suggests a proactive approach to addressing safety-critical issues, as the car has maintained a clean record sheet across the last two successful testing cycles. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,346 miles per year. Between July 2024 at 34,932 miles and July 2025 at 44,690 miles, the car covered 9,758 miles, showing a slight spike in usage compared to the overall annual average. However, the total distance of over 51,000 miles suggests the drivetrain has not been subjected to excessive stress, which generally preserves the longevity of the Vauxhall engine and suspension components. A buyer should focus on verifying the specific faults that caused the failures in July 2024 and February 2026, as the provided data does not list the exact mechanical reasons. If these failures involved items like brake hoses, light bulbs, or exhaust components, they represent standard wear-and-tear items. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion and a check of the condition of suspension bushes are advisable to ensure that the low mileage has not masked rubber degradation from long periods of standing.

KM03 AAA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
  • 50,767 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

KM03 AAA Mileage History

  1. 08/07/202434,932 mi
  2. 08/07/202434,932 mi
  3. 08/07/202544,690 mi+9,758 mi
  4. 18/02/202650,767 mi+6,077 mi
  5. 18/02/202650,767 mi

Average of roughly 9,799 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KM03 AAA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 10:30
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Vauxhall Adam (KM03 AAA) between July 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 18 February 2026 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 (9 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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: “Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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