2015 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · SN15 WCV
2015 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2015. Recorded mileage 54,141 miles. MOT expired on 29 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,141 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SN15 WCV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
- 54,141 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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SN15 WCV 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 2015 Vauxhall Adam (SN15 WCV) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 October 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 (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid box including flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))”.
SN15 WCV Mileage History
- 23/10/202342,855 mi
- 23/10/202342,855 mi
- 16/10/202449,101 mi+6,246 mi
- 24/10/202554,128 mi+5,027 mi
- 30/10/202554,141 mi+13 mi
Average of roughly 5,586 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Vauxhall Adam
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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