2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · KW16 WWV
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 10 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 35,613 miles. MOT expired on 09 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,613 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
KW16 WWV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2025
- 35,613 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
KW16 WWV Mileage History
- 07/05/202220,384 mi
- 09/05/202326,853 mi+6,469 mi
- 01/05/202432,002 mi+5,149 mi
- 01/05/202535,613 mi+3,611 mi
Average of roughly 5,103 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
KW16 WWV MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (KW16 WWV) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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