2017 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · MB03 DEB
2017 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 27 Sept 2017. Recorded mileage 20,755 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 20,755 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MB03 DEB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/09/2025
- 20,755 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.
MB03 DEB 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 2017 Vauxhall Adam (MB03 DEB) between September 2021 and September 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.
MB03 DEB Mileage History
- 15/09/202112,294 mi
- 09/09/202214,648 mi+2,354 mi
- 15/09/202317,244 mi+2,596 mi
- 09/10/202419,075 mi+1,831 mi
- 17/09/202520,755 mi+1,680 mi
Average of roughly 2,112 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: Average
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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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