2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · LU61 MEL
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 25 Oct 2016. Recorded mileage 46,912 miles. MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,912 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
LU61 MEL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2025
- 46,912 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.
LU61 MEL Mileage History
- 20/10/202118,519 mi
- 15/10/202223,850 mi+5,331 mi
- 26/10/202330,648 mi+6,798 mi
- 19/08/202439,228 mi+8,580 mi
- 04/08/202546,912 mi+7,684 mi
Average of roughly 7,492 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LU61 MEL MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (LU61 MEL) between October 2021 and August 2025.
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.
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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