2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · PL08 LOU
2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 07 Feb 2018. Recorded mileage 44,704 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,704 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PL08 LOU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 44,704 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.
PL08 LOU MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Vauxhall Adam (PL08 LOU) between January 2022 and March 2026.
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.
PL08 LOU Mileage History
- 13/01/202225,897 mi
- 07/02/202329,687 mi+3,790 mi
- 16/01/202434,080 mi+4,393 mi
- 28/01/202539,135 mi+5,055 mi
- 31/03/202644,704 mi+5,569 mi
Average of roughly 4,466 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: Good
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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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