2016 Vauxhall Adam 1.4L Petrol · VE65 RPO
2016 Vauxhall Adam (1.4L, petrol). First registered 15 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 13,212 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 13,212 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
VE65 RPO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
- 13,212 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
VE65 RPO Mileage History
- 11/01/20229,613 mi
- 13/01/202310,060 mi+447 mi
- 09/01/202410,424 mi+364 mi
- 10/01/202511,054 mi+630 mi
- 16/01/202613,212 mi+2,158 mi
Average of roughly 897 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VE65 RPO MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Adam (VE65 RPO) between January 2022 and January 2026.
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.
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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