2014 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · SC14 HSV
2014 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 04 Jun 2014. Recorded mileage 73,389 miles. MOT valid until 04 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,389 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SC14 HSV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
- 73,389 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SC14 HSV 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 2014 Vauxhall Adam (SC14 HSV) between August 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 March 2026 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: Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
SC14 HSV Mileage History
- 06/08/202465,574 mi
- 06/08/202465,577 mi+3 mi
- 08/04/202572,998 mi+7,421 mi
- 03/03/202673,389 mi+391 mi
- 05/03/202673,389 mi
Average of roughly 4,956 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Vauxhall Adam
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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