Vauxhall Adam MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Vauxhall Adam. Check any Adam by registration number below.

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78.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.2%

vs Vauxhall Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Vauxhall Adam — MOT Reliability Overview

The Vauxhall Adam has an average MOT pass rate of 78.7%, which is 3.2 percentage points below the Vauxhall brand average of 82.0%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Adam on the road.

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Adam fails its MOT are steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. If you are preparing your Adam for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Vauxhall Adam, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Vauxhall Adam performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 12,704 vehicles

87.7%Excellent

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

13.4%

Mileage at 3yr

31k mi

Mileage at 5yr

44k mi

2018

Based on 14,229 vehicles

84.3%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

17.6%

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

2017

Based on 19,552 vehicles

80.5%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

22.2%

Mileage at 5yr

50k mi

2016

Based on 24,506 vehicles

76.7%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

26.6%

2015

Based on 27,882 vehicles

76.1%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

26.0%

Mileage at 10yr

100k mi

2014

Based on 34,178 vehicles

73.1%Average

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

27.6%

Mileage at 10yr

99k mi

2013

Based on 20,021 vehicles

72.3%Average

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

29.0%

Mileage at 10yr

101k mi

2012

Based on 116 vehicles

76.7%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

20.6%

Mileage at 10yr

120k mi

0

Based on 72,204 vehicles

81.3%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

Top MOT Failures — Vauxhall Adam

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Adam fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.6%

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

2.6%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.0%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.4%

A suspension component excessively damaged or corroded

1.4%

Vauxhall Adam Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

3.8%

Front Offside

2.7%

Front

1.7%

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Useful MOT Guides

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Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Vauxhall Adam

Vauxhall Adam — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Vauxhall Adam MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Adam?

The average MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Adam is 78.7% compared to the Vauxhall average of 82.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Adam?

The most common MOT failures on the Vauxhall Adam are: Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.6%), A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage (2.6%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Vauxhall Adam reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 78.7%, the Vauxhall Adam is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Vauxhall Adam?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Vauxhall Adam?

Typical mileage for the Vauxhall Adam: 30,976 miles at 3 years, 43,592 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Adam to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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