2017 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · OO66 JRH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of neglect regarding consumable components. While it passed the most recent test in March 2026 at 35,774 miles, this followed a failure just four days prior due to exposed cords on the nearside front tyre and a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system. The recurring nature of tyre perishing and damage across the last four tests suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they reach the point of an MOT failure, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 35,774 miles over nine years, the car shows exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This low usage explains the persistent perishing and cracking of the tyres, as rubber degrades through age and lack rather than tread wear. The mileage accumulation is steady between annual tests, with roughly 900 to 1,000 miles driven between each interval. However, long periods of standing can lead to flat-spotting tyres and the degradation of rubber seals and bushings, which aligns with the issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension system, as the 2025 test flagged a corroded nearside rear coil spring and a worn Macpherson strut pin or bush. These components should be checked for signs of further fatigue or structural rust. The previous pitting on the nearside front brake disc, noted in 2023, indicates that the brakes should be inspected to ensure they have not suffered excessive corrosion due to low use. Furthermore, the tyre pressure monitoring system remains a known fault that requires diagnostic verification to ensure it is not masking a slow leak.