2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · LR18 KXF
2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 18,263 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 18,263 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LR18 KXF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2026
- 18,263 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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LR18 KXF 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 2018 Vauxhall Adam (LR18 KXF) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
LR18 KXF Mileage History
- 24/03/20228,933 mi
- 08/03/202311,082 mi+2,149 mi
- 21/03/202414,015 mi+2,933 mi
- 07/03/202516,420 mi+2,405 mi
- 18/03/202618,263 mi+1,843 mi
Average of roughly 2,342 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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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