2014 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · R28 YHX
2014 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2014. Recorded mileage 100,285 miles. MOT valid until 15/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,285 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2014
- Engine
- 1229cc
R28 YHX Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/12/2025
- 100,285 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
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.
R28 YHX Mileage History
- 04/08/201728,801 mi
- 03/08/201839,477 mi+10,676 mi
- 02/08/201949,980 mi+10,503 mi
- 28/07/202058,777 mi+8,797 mi
- 26/07/202167,748 mi+8,971 mi
- 26/07/202276,500 mi+8,752 mi
- 15/08/202381,846 mi+5,346 mi
- 03/08/202491,311 mi+9,465 mi
- 05/08/202491,417 mi+106 mi
- 16/12/2025100,285 mi+8,868 mi
- 16/12/2025100,285 mi
Average of roughly 8,543 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.
R28 YHX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Vauxhall Adam (R28 YHX) between August 2017 and December 2025.
The record contains 9 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Steering (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached top mount (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) ”.
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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