2017 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · VU67 LWM

The most recent MOT, carried out on 20 October 2025, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met the full suite of safety and emissions checks at that time. Over the past four years the advisory notes have progressively diminished – from front‑brake pad wear and tyre edge wear in 2022, through tyre perishing advisories in 2023, a visibility advisory in 2024, to a clean record in 2025 – suggesting that any earlier wear items have been addressed and the overall maintenance trend is improving. At 37 837 miles the 2017 Vauxhall Adam averages just over 4 200 miles per year, which is considerably below the typical UK usage for a vehicle of its age. Such low annual mileage often points to periods of limited use or prolonged storage, both of which can accelerate age‑related deterioration even when the clocked mileage is modest. The relatively low wear on moving parts is a positive sign, but the vehicle’s components that are vulnerable to calendar ageing – tyres, rubber seals, battery and fluids – may have suffered from lack of regular cycling. When you inspect the car, give particular attention to the condition of all four tyres. Look for sidewall cracking, dry rot, or any bulges that could indicate perishing, especially on the rear tyres which were flagged in 2023. Verify tread depth across the tread width and compare left‑right symmetry to spot uneven wear that might betray mis‑alignment or suspension issues. During a short test‑drive listen for any clunk, squeak or groan from the front suspension bushes, coil springs or rear sub‑frame, and feel for any wandering or pull that could signal worn steering components. Examine the front brake discs for surface rust, scoring or glazing, and press the pedal to ensure a firm, consistent feel without pulsation, as the 2022 advisory on thin front pads suggests the discs may have been subject to increased wear. Given the vehicle’s age and low usage, a thorough check of time‑sensitive items is essential. Inspect the 12‑volt battery for corrosion on terminals and test its cranking voltage; a battery that has sat idle for long periods often loses capacity. Examine engine oil, brake fluid and coolant for colour change, moisture or particulate contamination, and consider a fluid change if service records are absent or the last change predates the vehicle’s low‑mileage history. Look for rust or corrosion on the chassis, wheel arches and exhaust system, especially in the under‑body areas that can deteriorate while the car is stationary. Finally, request a complete service book and any receipts for recent tyre, brake or suspension work to confirm that the advisories noted in earlier MOTs have been properly rectified.