2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · SV16 UJS
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 43,254 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/10/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,254 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1364cc
SV16 UJS Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2023
- 43,254 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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.
SV16 UJS Mileage History
- 01/04/201925,053 mi
- 02/04/201925,053 mi
- 29/09/202034,447 mi+9,394 mi
- 14/09/202135,746 mi+1,299 mi
- 17/10/202239,336 mi+3,590 mi
- 31/10/202343,254 mi+3,918 mi
Average of roughly 3,971 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
SV16 UJS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
6 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (SV16 UJS) between April 2019 and October 2023.
The record contains 5 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are 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: “Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% near side lagging (1.2.1 (b) (ii))”.
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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