2022 Adria Compact 2.2L Diesel · NK72 AWW

The vehicle presents a clean bill of health based on its sole recorded MOT entry. On 22 August 2025, at 3,988 miles, the Adria passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures. With only one test on record, there is no trend to analyse in terms of worsening or resolving faults. The maintenance status is stable but unproven over any meaningful timeline. The mileage pattern raises more questions than the MOT itself. A 2022 vehicle recorded at just 3,988 miles by August 2025 equates to roughly 1,140 miles per year, well below the UK average of around 7,000 to 8,000. The first and only MOT appears to have been conducted three years after the vehicle's likely first registration date, which is unusual. Most vehicles require their first MOT at three years of age, meaning this test was likely that initial inspection, carried out unusually late or simply the first one logged in the DVSA system. There is no prior history to establish whether the vehicle sat unused for extended periods or whether earlier tests were simply not recorded. The gap between manufacture and first recorded test leaves a significant blind spot in the maintenance record. Low annual mileage does not automatically equate to good condition. Vehicles that stand idle for long periods can develop flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, corroded brake discs, and deteriorated rubber components such as suspension bushes, gaiters, and hoses. Fuel degradation and moisture ingress in oil are also common in infrequently used engines. The clean MOT pass confirms the vehicle met minimum legal standards at the time of testing, but a single defect-free result offers no guarantee of long-term mechanical integrity. A buyer should inspect the tyres carefully for sidewall cracking and uneven wear patterns consistent with prolonged standing. The braking system deserves close attention, particularly the rear calipers and disc surfaces, which are prone to corrosion and binding on low-mileage vehicles. Suspension bushes, ball joints, and drop links should be checked for perishing rather than wear. Underneath, examine the chassis, subframes, and exhaust for surface corrosion, especially if the vehicle has been stored outdoors. A compression test and oil analysis would provide further reassurance that the engine has not suffered from the effects of infrequent use and cold starts.