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Vauxhall Adam

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,229 cc

L111 VLSMOT history

L111 VLS is a black petrol Vauxhall Adam first used on 31 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 88,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

L111 VLS black Vauxhall Adam – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Adam, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
88,235 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 VLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Adam
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 VLS was last recorded at 88,235 miles on 18 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Nov 2025: 88,235 miles, lower than 88,293 miles on 17 Nov 2025.

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
88,293 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Average per year
7,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,235 miles
  • 2024 – 80,252 miles
  • 2023 – 72,854 miles
  • 2022 – 66,416 miles
  • 2021 – 58,815 miles
  • 2020 – 52,369 miles
  • 2019 – 47,063 miles
  • 2018 – 40,364 miles
  • 2017 – 32,077 miles
  • 2016 – 23,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,235 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,235 miles (-58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    88,235 miles
    Test number
    389780958010
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail88,293 miles (+8,041)1 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,293 miles
    Test number
    231660005320
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak water pump
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge more worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mount worn
    • AdvisoryEngine lower stabilizer worn
  3. Pass80,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,252 miles
    Test number
    676694684925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail80,252 miles (+7,398)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,252 miles
    Test number
    828316181679
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass72,854 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,854 miles
    Test number
    952226465072
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rears (1.2.1 (e))
  6. Fail72,842 miles (+6,426)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,842 miles
    Test number
    272021414773
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rears (1.2.1 (e))
  7. Pass66,416 miles (+7,601)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    66,416 miles
    Test number
    914147665432
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass58,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,815 miles
    Test number
    404366705979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail58,815 miles (+6,446)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,815 miles
    Test number
    627871399127
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability top mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  10. Pass52,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    52,369 miles
    Test number
    520130383216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail52,369 miles (+5,306)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,369 miles
    Test number
    163862711865
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass47,063 miles (+6,699)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,063 miles
    Test number
    867802772649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,364 miles (+8,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    40,364 miles
    Test number
    934854852493
    • AdvisoryOuter side wall damaged n/s/f tyre
  14. Pass32,077 miles (+8,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    32,077 miles
    Test number
    943723532475
    • AdvisoryLight misting of oil both front shockabsorbers
  15. Pass23,526 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    23,526 miles
    Test number
    545547577841
    • AdvisorySplits in front windscreen wipers not effecting ability to clear the screen

Questions about L111 VLS

Does L111 VLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L111 VLS is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L111 VLS?
The MOT on L111 VLS is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L111 VLS done?
L111 VLS was recorded at 88,235 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 7,261 miles a year.
Has L111 VLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 VLS has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L111 VLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Nov 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L111 VLS find?
L111 VLS passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section.

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