2017 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · LE17 HKB

A consistently clean MOT record defines this 2017 Vauxhall Adam, with seven consecutive passes since the start of the documented history and no advisories recorded across any of those tests. The most recent examination on 26 May 2026 returned a pass with no defects, reinforcing a stable pattern of roadworthiness. The only blemish on file is an earlier fail on 30 July 2020, which cited both front windscreen wipers as failing to clear the screen effectively. That single failure was promptly rectified on the same date, evidenced by a pass recorded that same day, and no subsequent test has returned any defect, advisory, or component concern in that area or any other. The overall trajectory is therefore one of uninterrupted compliance rather than a record showing recurring or escalating issues. With 46,623 miles recorded over roughly nine years, this Adam has covered an average of about 5,180 miles annually, which is notably low for a vehicle of its age. There are no extended gaps in the MOT testing record and no evidence of the vehicle being off the road for consecutive years, with annual tests consistently presented from 2020 onwards. Such restrained usage typically results in reduced wear on major drivetrain components but can also mean prolonged stationary periods, which tends to affect items such as brake discs and pads through surface corrosion, battery longevity, and the drying and cracking of rubber components including wiper blades, drive belts, and suspension bushes. The very low annual mileage should therefore prompt close attention to age-related deterioration rather than distance-based wear. Given the only flagged defect concerned front wiper effectiveness, a prospective buyer should physically test the wipers across both speeds on a dry screen, ensuring they clear the full swept area without smearing, chattering, or leaving unwiped arcs at the edges. It would also be prudent to check the wiper blades for perished rubber and confirm the washer system delivers adequate volume to both the front and rear screens, as restricted flow is a common MOT failure point. Given the low mileage, the brake discs should be inspected for signs of severe surface rust, particularly after the car has been standing overnight, and the caliper sliders should be exercised to confirm they are not seizing. During a test drive, listen for any binding or dragging from the brakes, which on a lightly used car often manifests as a pulling sensation to one side or uneven pad wear. The suspension on a low-mileage urban car is prone to flat-spotted or perished bushes, so particular attention should be paid to the front suspension arms, anti-roll bar drop links, and lower wishbone bushes for any cracking, splitting, or oil weeping from the associated dampers. A test drive over uneven surfaces should be used to listen for clonks, knocks, or rattles from the front end, and to feel for any vagueness or knocking through the steering, which can indicate worn track rod ends or top mount deterioration. Tyres should be examined for age-related sidewall cracking as well as uneven wear, and the exhaust system should be checked for corrosion at the joints and mounting rubbers, given the vehicle's age. Finally, confirming that the service history includes timely replacement of the timing chain, coolant, and brake fluid would help offset the drying and degradation that low annual mileage encourages in these consumables.