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Vauxhall Adam

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 1,398 cc

Y18 AELMOT history

Y18 AEL is a black petrol Vauxhall Adam first used on 29 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 77,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

Y18 AEL black Vauxhall Adam – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
77,501 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 AEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Adam
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
29 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 AEL was last recorded at 77,501 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 10,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,968 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,533 miles
Average per year
6,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,501 miles
  • 2025 – 66,968 miles
  • 2024 – 56,201 miles
  • 2023 – 50,802 miles
  • 2022 – 47,285 miles
  • 2021 – 41,346 miles
  • 2020 – 36,974 miles
  • 2019 – 33,800 miles
  • 2018 – 27,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,501 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 30 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,501 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    77,501 miles
    Test number
    789920920677
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,488 miles (+10,520)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,488 miles
    Test number
    591946049478
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,968 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    66,968 miles
    Test number
    433227375370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail66,904 miles (+10,703)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,904 miles
    Test number
    267325838312
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass56,201 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    56,201 miles
    Test number
    543541000662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail56,201 miles (+5,399)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,201 miles
    Test number
    552890400162
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator inside pad (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

  7. Pass50,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,802 miles
    Test number
    974008860868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,802 miles (+3,517)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,802 miles
    Test number
    643169303740
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass47,285 miles (+5,939)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    47,285 miles
    Test number
    812429385286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,346 miles (+4,372)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    41,346 miles
    Test number
    678911975467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,974 miles (+3,174)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    36,974 miles
    Test number
    626036865442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass33,800 miles (+6,730)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    33,800 miles
    Test number
    553256929929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    27,070 miles
    Test number
    521366934052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail27,070 miles1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,070 miles
    Test number
    462516049049
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Questions about Y18 AEL

Does Y18 AEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 AEL is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 AEL?
The MOT on Y18 AEL is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 AEL done?
Y18 AEL was recorded at 77,501 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 6,356 miles a year.
Has Y18 AEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 AEL has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y18 AEL 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 Y18 AEL find?
Y18 AEL passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: central lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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