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Vauxhall Adam

Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,229 cc

GJ18 MVZMOT history

GJ18 MVZ is a black petrol Vauxhall Adam first used on 30 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 43,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
43,473 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GJ18 MVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Adam
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

GJ18 MVZ was last recorded at 43,473 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 2,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2022: 27,268 miles, lower than 27,280 miles on 4 Mar 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
41,342 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,131 miles
Average per year
4,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,473 miles
  • 2025 – 41,342 miles
  • 2024 – 37,699 miles
  • 2023 – 33,788 miles
  • 2022 – 27,268 miles
  • 2021 – 21,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,473 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

8 tests since 29 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,473 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    43,473 miles
    Test number
    563543805137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass41,342 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    41,342 miles
    Test number
    988279740884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass40,284 miles (+2,585)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    40,284 miles
    Test number
    741826279972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass37,699 miles (+3,911)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    37,699 miles
    Test number
    196698507058
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  5. Pass33,788 miles (+6,520)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    33,788 miles
    Test number
    639064146315
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass27,268 miles (-12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    27,268 miles
    Test number
    871201733493
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail27,280 miles (+6,099)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,280 miles
    Test number
    110809909823
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass21,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    21,181 miles
    Test number
    317784968140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about GJ18 MVZ

Does GJ18 MVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on GJ18 MVZ is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on GJ18 MVZ?
The MOT on GJ18 MVZ is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has GJ18 MVZ done?
GJ18 MVZ was recorded at 43,473 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,221 miles a year.
Has GJ18 MVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GJ18 MVZ has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on GJ18 MVZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on GJ18 MVZ find?
GJ18 MVZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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