2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · TJ04 OTT
2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 49,608 miles. MOT expired on 29 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,608 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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TJ04 OTT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
- 49,608 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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TJ04 OTT 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 2018 Vauxhall Adam (TJ04 OTT) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
TJ04 OTT Mileage History
- 30/10/20218,617 mi
- 26/10/202217,987 mi+9,370 mi
- 27/10/202331,001 mi+13,014 mi
- 10/10/202441,531 mi+10,530 mi
- 23/10/202549,608 mi+8,077 mi
Average of roughly 10,297 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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