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2018 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · WM12 AMY

WM12 AMY

2018 Vauxhall Adam (1.2L, petrol). First registered 20 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 36,103 miles. MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ADAM
Year / Origin
2018 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
36,103 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1229cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a stable and consistent maintenance trend. The most recent test on 17 November 2025 at 36,103 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory safety requirements. This clean record across the last five inspections suggests a vehicle that has been well-maintained without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradations. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eight-year-old car, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per annum. There is a visible gap between February 2022 at 13,515 miles and November 2023 at 23,600 miles, where the car covered over 10,000 miles in roughly twenty months. Since then, usage has throttled significantly, with only 12,506 miles over the last two years. This low annual mileage generally reduces the wear on the drivetrain and suspension, though it can increase the risk of rubber components perished or brakes seizing during periods of inactivity. While the MOT record shows no historical defects or advisories, a buyer should physically inspect components prone to low-mileage storage issues. Check the brake discs for surface pitting or corrosion, which often occurs when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods. Examine the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking, as the age of the rubber often outpaces the tread depth. Given the clean history, the structural integrity appears sound, but verifying the absence of fluid leaks or oil degradation remains essential to ensure the low-use profile has not masked underlying neglect.
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WM12 AMY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/11/2025
  • 36,103 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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WM12 AMY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 16:34
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Vauxhall Adam (WM12 AMY) between February 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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

In total 2 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.

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WM12 AMY Mileage History

  1. 08/02/202213,515 mi
  2. 10/02/202323,600 mi+10,085 mi
  3. 20/11/202329,237 mi+5,637 mi
  4. 08/11/202432,438 mi+3,201 mi
  5. 17/11/202536,103 mi+3,665 mi

Average of roughly 5,987 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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