2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · ST53 AYS
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 08/07/2016. Recorded mileage 76,756 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,756 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1229cc
ST53 AYS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
- 76,756 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
ST53 AYS Mileage History
- 25/08/202239,015 mi
- 21/08/202351,891 mi+12,876 mi
- 22/08/202351,892 mi+1 mi
- 21/08/202463,839 mi+11,947 mi
- 22/08/202576,756 mi+12,917 mi
Average of roughly 12,608 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ST53 AYS 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 (ST53 AYS) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (ST53 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as ST53AYS.
RENAULT
KANGOO
MITSUBISHI
OUTLANDER
BMW
120
RENAULT
TRAFIC
NISSAN
JUKE TEKNA DIG-T S-A
KIA
SPORTAGE
NISSAN
MICRA
NISSAN
MICRA
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER VELAR
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
IVECO
DAILY
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO