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Vauxhall Adam

Red · Petrol · 2013 · 1,229 cc

T16 CAUMOT history

T16 CAU is a red petrol Vauxhall Adam first used on 15 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 164,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
164,013 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
15,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 CAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Adam
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
15 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 CAU was last recorded at 164,013 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 16,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,366 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
16,647 miles
Average per year
15,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,013 miles
  • 2025 – 147,366 miles
  • 2024 – 131,842 miles
  • 2023 – 115,829 miles
  • 2022 – 95,992 miles
  • 2021 – 47,038 miles
  • 2020 – 39,070 miles
  • 2019 – 34,036 miles
  • 2018 – 21,490 miles
  • 2017 – 9,916 miles
  • 2016 – 5,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,013 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass164,013 miles (+16,647)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    164,013 miles
    Test number
    919269537441
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass147,366 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    147,366 miles
    Test number
    926945028401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail147,366 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,366 miles
    Test number
    887660703074
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail147,366 miles (+15,524)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,366 miles
    Test number
    652358725201
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass131,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    131,842 miles
    Test number
    860879662420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail131,841 miles (+16,012)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,841 miles
    Test number
    592426500744
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass115,829 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    115,829 miles
    Test number
    568866805310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail115,829 miles (+19,837)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,829 miles
    Test number
    250495147407
    • Repaired at testCentral Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass95,992 miles (+48,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    95,992 miles
    Test number
    422484976734
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass47,038 miles (+7,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    47,038 miles
    Test number
    403892717494
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s slight movement

  11. Pass39,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    39,070 miles
    Test number
    653424623605
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers seat rear access handle stiff to operate

  12. Fail39,070 miles (+5,034)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,070 miles
    Test number
    876301409572
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers seat rear access handle stiff to operate

  13. Pass34,036 miles (+12,546)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    34,036 miles
    Test number
    915575679008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  14. Pass21,490 miles (+11,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    21,490 miles
    Test number
    551517094360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass9,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    9,916 miles
    Test number
    216080670295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail9,916 miles (+4,210)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,916 miles
    Test number
    979912851667
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass5,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    5,706 miles
    Test number
    767675353636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 CAU

Does T16 CAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 CAU is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 CAU?
The MOT on T16 CAU is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 CAU done?
T16 CAU was recorded at 164,013 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 15,790 miles a year.
Has T16 CAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 CAU has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T16 CAU 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 T16 CAU find?
T16 CAU passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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