2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · ND66 EEV

A pattern of recurring electrical faults and emerging suspension wear defines this vehicle's history, though it achieved a pass on 2026-06-18 after addressing a persistent issue with the offside rear fog lamp. The record shows a trend of repeated failures for the same lighting component across three consecutive years, alongside a more significant failure in 2025 involving a fractured nearside front coil spring. While the most recent outcome is positive, the history reveals a cycle of minor defects and wear-and-tear items that have required frequent attention to maintain roadworthiness. With 63,621 miles recorded over approximately ten years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 6,362 miles per year. This usage profile is typical for its age and suggests a consistent pattern of road use rather than prolonged periods of inactivity or excessive long-distance travel. Mechanically, this level of accumulation typically results in standard wear to consumables and rubber components, which is reflected in the recorded history of tyre perishing and brake pad depletion. Attention should be paid to the suspension system, specifically the shock absorbers. The 2025 records flagged oil misting on the offside front, nearside front, and nearside rear units, which indicates the seals are beginning to fail. During a test drive, listen for knocks or thumps when traversing uneven surfaces and observe if the vehicle exhibits excessive bouncing after a bump, as this would confirm the dampers are no longer effective. Additionally, the history of a fractured coil spring and damaged track rod end dust covers suggests the front end has been subject to stress; any steering pull or vibration at speed should be investigated. The braking system has been a recurring point of interest, with advisories for pitted and scored discs and thin pads appearing consistently between 2022 and 2025. A prospective buyer should feel for any pedal judder or pulsation during braking, which would indicate that the discs remain scored or warped. Given the history of tyre cracking and perishing noted in 2022 and 2024, a close physical inspection of the current tyre sidewalls is necessary to ensure no further age-related degradation is present.