2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · SC18 AGY

The June 26 2026 MOT at 47,119 miles classified the 2018 Vauxhall Adam as roadworthy, but the recurring advisories on the track rod end dust covers and inner‑edge tyre wear indicate a pattern of deferred suspension maintenance. The previous June 26 2026 failure highlighted binding front service brakes and pad thickness below 1.5 mm, yet the subsequent pass omitted those entries, suggesting the brake issue may have been corrected before retesting. Overall, the maintenance trend remains stable rather than worsening, with the same suspension defects persisting across consecutive tests. At 47,119 miles the vehicle averages 5,890 miles per year, a figure lower than typical for an eight‑year‑old model, yet the mileage log shows a notable acceleration between 2023 and 2025, with an addition of roughly 18,000 miles in two years (29,619 to 38,893), indicating periods of intensified use followed by relative inactivity. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension components, especially the track rod end ball joints and their dust covers, looking for worn bushes, play in the joints, or cracked rubber that could allow dirt ingress. The heavily worn inner edge of the near‑side front tyre suggests possible camber mis‑alignment or suspension geometry issues, so tyre wear patterns and wheel alignment must be verified. The earlier brake binding entry warrants a check of caliper operation, brake disc condition, and pad thickness to confirm that the fault was fully resolved. Additionally, a visual examination of the chassis and suspension mounting points for corrosion or structural fatigue is advisable, given the repeated failure of dust covers that often coincide with moisture exposure. Given the persistent suspension advisories and the history of brake binding, a prospective buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension components, brake system, and tyre condition, and verify that the previously noted defects have been fully remedied before purchase.