2014 Vauxhall Adam 1.2L Petrol · YK14 OCO

The Vauxhall Adam’s most recent MOT test on 28 August 2025—just over a year ago—confirms it remains roadworthy with no defects recorded. However, the history reveals a concerning pattern of repeated failures at roughly 58,000 and 101,000 miles, suggesting either intermittent neglect or unresolved issues that required retesting. The last two tests (2024 and 2025) passed without failings, but the gap between the 2023 failure and the 2023 pass—just two days apart—implies a rushed or incomplete repair. This inconsistency warrants closer scrutiny of components prone to recurrent faults, particularly brakes, suspension, or emissions systems. The mileage progression is unusually erratic for a vehicle of this age, with a sudden jump from 58,059 miles in July 2023 to 101,001 miles by August 2025—a 42,942-mile increase over two years, averaging over 21,000 miles annually. This contradicts the low average of 5,236 miles per year implied by the recorded total of 62,836 miles today. Such fluctuations suggest either multiple ownerships with varying usage patterns or extended periods of inactivity followed by rapid driving. The most recent mileage reading (62,836) aligns with the 2025 pass, but the abrupt mileage spikes raise questions about whether maintenance was consistently applied during high-mileage periods. Given the history of failures at similar mileages, a buyer should prioritise inspecting the brake system—particularly rear calipers or pads—for uneven wear or binding, as this was likely the cause of the 2023 and 2025 retests. The suspension should be checked for worn bushes or coil springs, especially if the vehicle exhibits uneven handling or clunking noises. Corrosion at wheel arches, sills, or subframes is another critical area, given the Adam’s susceptibility to rust in high-mileage examples. While the MOT record shows no structural advisories, a thorough examination of the underbody and chassis welds is essential, particularly if the vehicle has spent time in wet or salted environments. Emissions-related components, such as the catalytic converter or EGR system, may also require verification, as these are common failure points in Vauxhall models.