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Vauxhall Adam

White · Petrol · 2013 · 1,229 cc

S40 YYAMOT history

S40 YYA is a white petrol Vauxhall Adam first used on 29 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 116,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

S40 YYA white Vauxhall Adam – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Adam, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
116,875 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 YYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Adam
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 YYA was last recorded at 116,875 miles on 22 May 2026, 15,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,950 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,925 miles
Average per year
7,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,875 miles
  • 2025 – 100,950 miles
  • 2024 – 81,745 miles
  • 2023 – 75,127 miles
  • 2022 – 71,636 miles
  • 2021 – 65,990 miles
  • 2019 – 57,221 miles
  • 2018 – 48,244 miles
  • 2017 – 41,907 miles
  • 2016 – 38,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,875 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,875 miles (+15,925)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,875 miles
    Test number
    622176544782
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))

  2. Pass100,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    100,950 miles
    Test number
    325923833899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail100,950 miles (+19,205)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,950 miles
    Test number
    366214517814
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass81,745 miles (+6,618)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,745 miles
    Test number
    748533995568
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass75,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,127 miles
    Test number
    599065313021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,127 miles (+3,491)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,127 miles
    Test number
    956063177208
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass71,636 miles (+5,646)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,636 miles
    Test number
    604228407715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flex joint worn

  8. Pass65,990 miles (+8,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    65,990 miles
    Test number
    491336563769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive

  9. Pass57,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,221 miles
    Test number
    397468994078
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail57,221 miles (+8,977)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,221 miles
    Test number
    638961136560
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass48,244 miles (+6,337)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,244 miles
    Test number
    779899673810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,907 miles
    Test number
    259323376110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail41,907 miles (+3,367)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,907 miles
    Test number
    863270879141
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)

  14. Pass38,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,540 miles
    Test number
    644565332594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 YYA

Does S40 YYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 YYA is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 YYA?
The MOT on S40 YYA is valid until 23 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 YYA done?
S40 YYA was recorded at 116,875 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 7,983 miles a year.
Has S40 YYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 YYA has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 YYA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S40 YYA find?
S40 YYA passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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