2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · NL02 NCL
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 19 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 27,301 miles. MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 27,301 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
NL02 NCL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2025
- 27,301 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.
NL02 NCL Mileage History
- 12/07/202218,177 mi
- 05/07/202323,088 mi+4,911 mi
- 19/06/202425,012 mi+1,924 mi
- 03/07/202527,301 mi+2,289 mi
Average of roughly 3,067 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
NL02 NCL MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (NL02 NCL) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 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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