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Vauxhall Adam

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,398 cc

S5 XHRMOT history

S5 XHR is a grey petrol Vauxhall Adam first used on 11 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 72,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

S5 XHR grey Vauxhall Adam – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Adam, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,414 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 XHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Adam
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
11 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 XHR was last recorded at 72,414 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,414 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,414 miles
  • 2025 – 67,292 miles
  • 2024 – 61,309 miles
  • 2023 – 55,887 miles
  • 2021 – 45,269 miles
  • 2020 – 41,575 miles
  • 2019 – 28,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,414 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Tyre pressure light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 13 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,414 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,414 miles
    Test number
    173026617559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail72,414 miles (+5,122)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,414 miles
    Test number
    705383305264
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass67,292 miles (+5,983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,292 miles
    Test number
    462914659325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall cracking but no cord shown (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall cracking but no cord showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass61,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    61,309 miles
    Test number
    822236599134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail61,309 miles (+5,422)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,309 miles
    Test number
    474246768606
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass55,887 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    55,887 miles
    Test number
    591705455342
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light

  7. Fail55,886 miles (+624)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,886 miles
    Test number
    463358534322
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light

  8. Fail55,262 miles (+9,993)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,262 miles
    Test number
    885338254479
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass45,269 miles (+3,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    45,269 miles
    Test number
    701441269666
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass41,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    41,575 miles
    Test number
    397689760551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail41,575 miles (+12,707)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,575 miles
    Test number
    301938044154
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass28,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    28,868 miles
    Test number
    960118523829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,868 miles (+1,798)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,868 miles
    Test number
    495328319264
    • DangerousOffside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass27,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    27,070 miles
    Test number
    823443160832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 XHR

Does S5 XHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 XHR is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 XHR?
The MOT on S5 XHR is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 XHR done?
S5 XHR was recorded at 72,414 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 6,765 miles a year.
Has S5 XHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 XHR has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 XHR 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 S5 XHR find?
S5 XHR passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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