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2017 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · WK66 YSZ

WK66 YSZ

2017 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2017. Recorded mileage 51,415 miles. MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ADAM
Year / Origin
2017 · Truro
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
51,415 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2017
Engine
1229cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a clear deterioration trend since the 2026-02-10 test. The most recent MOT on 2026-02-10 resulted in a failure of the nearside rear tyre, with the tread worn close to the legal limit and the rubber perishing, indicating that the first owner failed to perform basic upkeep or maintenance. This failure was followed by a second failure on the same date, 2025-02-15, which failed the front track rod end ball joint, suggesting that the vehicle's mechanical integrity has declined significantly over the last two years. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle is approximately 9 years old with 51,415 recorded miles, which is considered low for its age. While the test dates are relatively recent compared to the vehicle's age, the data is sparse and clean, with no gaps in the mileage accumulation. The progression from 51,415 miles on 2026-02-10 to 37,610 miles on 2024-01-27 suggests that the mileage has been increasing steadily, which could indicate that the vehicle has been driven less frequently or that the owner has maintained the car for extended periods without addressing wear on the drivetrain or suspension components. In conclusion, the vehicle is roadworthy but requires immediate inspection of the mechanical condition of the suspension, brakes, and track components. The recurring faults, including the worn rear tyre and the ball joint issues, indicate that the vehicle has not undergone adequate maintenance and is at risk of failure due to structural integrity and wear. A buyer must inspect the car in person to verify the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and binding calipers, as well as the brake discs and rubber bushings, to determine if the vehicle is safe for future driving.
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WK66 YSZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
  • 51,415 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring steering items (4 mentions)

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WK66 YSZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Jun 2026, 12:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Vauxhall Adam (WK66 YSZ) between February 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ”.

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WK66 YSZ Mileage History

  1. 04/02/202330,111 mi
  2. 27/01/202437,610 mi+7,499 mi
  3. 15/02/202544,945 mi+7,335 mi
  4. 15/02/202558,358 mi+13,413 mi
  5. 10/02/202651,415 mi-6,943 mi

Average of roughly 7,061 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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