2013 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · MA63 MMU

This 2013 Vauxhall Adam has covered 98,938 miles over roughly 13 years, which works out to about 7,611 miles per year—a typical mileage profile for a car of this age and suggests average use rather than either very light or heavy driving. The most recent MOT in May 2026 reveals a shift in the vehicle's condition. The front oil leak, though noted as not excessive, marks the first time an oil leak has appeared in the recorded history. More concerning is the nearside front tyre showing signs of damage, cracking, or perishing. These are the first tyre advisories to appear after a clean MOT in June 2025, suggesting either a recent puncture or impact, or accelerating tyre degradation. The shock absorbers tell a clearer story of progressive wear. Light misting of oil on both front shocks was first recorded in November 2024, and this issue has now persisted through two subsequent MOT tests. Whilst still passing, the consistency of this finding indicates the seals are gradually deteriorating. The tyre damage recorded on the nearside rear in November 2023 did not recur in the most recent test, but the new damage to the nearside front in May 2026 suggests the vehicle may be suffering from alignment or suspension-related issues that are affecting tyre wear unevenly. Overall, the trend is tilting toward deterioration.