VAUXHALL ADAM (2012-20) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.4 16V 87 EU5 JAM TECHNICAL
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The VAUXHALL ADAM (2012-20) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.4 16V 87 EU5 JAM TECHNICAL is a small, three-door city car, designed for easy everyday driving and simple parking. In the UK used-car market, it sits among style-focused alternatives to the Ford Ka and Fiat 500, offering a distinctive look in a practical hatchback package.
The 1.4-litre petrol engine and compact cabin make it a sensible choice for town trips, commuting and occasional longer journeys, especially for singles, couples or first-time drivers. Its compact size and customisable, cheerful design are key attractions; compared with more conventional small hatchbacks, the Adam puts personality and personal style at the forefront.
mycarcheck.com records 1,299 checks across 618 distinct VINs for this version. The average private-sale value is £3,900, with average recorded mileage of 65,000 and annual use of 6,000 miles; owners have had about 2.3 previous keepers, useful context when considering a particular used-car purchase today.
A Vauxhall Adam can hide outstanding finance, write-off damage, mileage discrepancies or even theft. Enter the reg now—skip the check and a bargain could become an expensive mistake.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 618 different vehicles, run between February 18th 2021 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
1,299
Lookups
Lookups
63
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
69k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£3,900
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
