Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Vauxhall Adam?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2014 Vauxhall Adam?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2014 Vauxhall Adam?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2014 Vauxhall Adam vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

37% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2014 Vauxhall Adam reliable?

Based on MOT data from 13,578 vehicles, the 2014 Vauxhall Adam has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2014 Vauxhall Adam?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2014 Vauxhall Adam are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (56.8% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (51.3% of vehicles), Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (45.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2014 Vauxhall Adam?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Vauxhall Adam (2014)

13,578 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.9% first-time pass rate

2014 Vauxhall Adam

CarHunch analysed 13,578 real MOT records for the 2014 Vauxhall Adam. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2014 Vauxhall Adam matches the UK average pass rate at 79.9%, but nearly 37% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the typical threshold and a genuine concern for used buyers. This suggests underlying structural or safety issues that go beyond routine wear.

At 43,500 miles median, these Adams show relatively low mileage for their age, yet they're still accumulating an average of 2.44 failures and 12.1 advisories per test, indicating reliability problems that aren't simply down to heavy use. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, brakes, and electrical systems—the high advisory count points to recurring niggles rather than catastrophic failure, but they add up in ownership costs.

The 2014 Vauxhall Adam has a decent first-time pass rate (79.9%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

79.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

36.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.44

Over 11.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

44k

Middle half: 33k–55k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 12.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 13,578 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 13,578 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 56.8%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 45.4%

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 37.6%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 20.9%

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · Oil leak, but not excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.

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Before you buy a 2014 Vauxhall Adam

Based on MOT data from 13,578 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 36.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	13,577	79.9%	2.44

Colour Breakdown

Based on 59,487 Vauxhall Adam vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 26%

15,493

Red 25.9%

15,381

Blue 21.2%

12,593

Black 13.2%

7,841

Grey 5.4%

3,194

Yellow 3%

1,776

Green 1.8%

1,081

Orange 1.2%

685

Purple 1.1%

652

Gold 0.7%

394

Brown 0.4%

222

Pink 0.3%

175

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Vauxhall Adam vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

43,513

typical

33,457

low mileage

55,106

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Vauxhall Adam vehicles fall between 33,457 and 55,106 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 33,457 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 33,457–55,106 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Vauxhall Adams sit.

⚠ Over 74,393 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 Vauxhall Adam — Still on the Road

Almost all 2014 Vauxhall Adams are still on the road.

Strong survival — 12,500 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

11.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.44

Avg failures per vehicle

12.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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