2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · SA16 SCV
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 18/03/2016. Recorded mileage 85,584 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,584 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1229cc
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SA16 SCV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
- 85,584 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.
SA16 SCV Mileage History
- 25/08/202150,790 mi
- 13/08/202260,423 mi+9,633 mi
- 28/08/202370,132 mi+9,709 mi
- 20/08/202477,191 mi+7,059 mi
- 22/08/202585,584 mi+8,393 mi
Average of roughly 8,718 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SA16 SCV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (SA16 SCV) between August 2021 and August 2025.
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.
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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