2014 Vauxhall Adam 1.0L Petrol · VX64 YLW

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025-12-10 at 42,365 miles, but the history reveals a concerning maintenance trend. The same core issues—worn brake pads and discs, an oil leak, perishing rear tyre sidewall, and deteriorating suspension dust covers—have recurred across multiple tests. A failure on 2025-12-09 for an insecure track rod end dust cover was passed the next day after a repair, yet the dust cover remains flagged as damaged. This indicates temporary fixes rather than lasting resolution, with the overall condition appearing to worsen as components like the brake discs progress from worn to pitted and scored. Mileage accumulation is modest, consistent with low annual use of approximately 3,530 miles per year. The recorded increments are 35,815 miles (2023-12-21), 39,456 miles (2024-12-02), and 42,365 miles (2025-12-10). The roughly 3,600-mile increase between 2023 and 2024, followed by a 2,900-mile rise to 2025, shows no erratic spikes but also no evidence of proactive maintenance between annual tests. The sparse data points suggest periods of light use, yet the persistent mechanical faults imply ownership that addresses only minimum legal requirements. A buyer must inspect the braking system thoroughly, as pad and disc wear has been noted consecutively. The suspension requires close attention, particularly the track rod end ball joints and their dust covers, which have repeatedly failed to seal properly. The nearside front shock absorber shows chronic light misting, a precursor to failure. The rear tyre’s sidewall damage is a recurring advisory and an immediate safety risk if not replaced. Finally, the previously noted front sub-frame corrosion, though not repeated in the last test, must be verified as either repaired or stabilised, as structural rust can progress unseen. The low mileage does not preclude significant wear on rubber and sealing components, which have clearly degraded with age.