2015 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · W23 LAR
2015 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2015. Recorded mileage 72,393 miles. MOT valid until 21/03/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ADAM
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,393 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2015
- Engine
- 1229cc
W23 LAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2026
- 72,393 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (4 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.
W23 LAR Mileage History
- 21/03/202450,490 mi
- 21/03/202454,490 mi+4,000 mi
- 11/03/202558,949 mi+4,459 mi
- 11/03/202558,949 mi
- 13/03/202672,393 mi+13,444 mi
Average of roughly 11,083 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
W23 LAR 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 2015 Vauxhall Adam (W23 LAR) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached top mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the”.
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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