2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · PN18 AED

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 2 April 2026 at 36,944 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent instability, as the most recent pass followed a failure just two days earlier on 31 March 2026. That failure identified a worn offside front top bush or bearing, a TPMS light fault, and a missing nearside rear wheel fixing. While the vehicle is currently compliant, the transition from a failure to a pass in such a short window suggests reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The mileage profile indicates very low usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,618 miles per year. The record shows consistent, incremental growth, with the distance increasing from 31,550 miles in March 2021 to 36,944 miles in April 2026. This low annual mileage suggests the car has spent significant periods stationary, which often leads to specific types of degradation not always captured by mechanical wear. The MOT history highlights recurring issues with suspension components and rubber perishability. In March 2024, the tester flagged light oil misting from the nearside front shock absorber, a condition that had been noted previously in March 2023. The March 2024 test also recorded significant cracking and perishing on the outer sidewalls of all four tyres. Such degradation is a classic symptom of low-mileage vehicles sitting idle for extended periods, where rubber compounds dry out and lose structural integrity despite having sufficient tread depth. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system, specifically checking all shock absorbers for leaks and examining various bushes for play. Given the recent failure regarding the offside front top bush, verifying the quality of that specific repair is essential. Additionally, the tyres should be checked for age-related cracking or sidewall damage, as the 2024 record suggests the vehicle is prone to rubber perishing due to its usage pattern.