Aston Martin DB2 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Aston Martin DB2 reliable? We analysed 858 real MOT tests across 157 vehicles to find out.
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The Aston Martin DB2 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, brake binding and parking brake recording little or no effort. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aston Martin DB2.
Aston Martin DB2 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aston Martin DB2. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aston Martin DB2 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aston Martin DB2 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aston Martin DB2 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aston Martin DB2 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aston Martin DB2 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aston Martin DB2 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aston Martin DB2 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aston Martin DB2 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 76 | 84.2% | 21,539 | 47,930 | 79,934 |
| 1958 | 166 | 94.0% | 25,777 | 52,984 | 77,854 |
| 1957 | 83 | 89.2% | 11,173 | 16,461 | 55,388 |
| 1955 | 63 | 92.1% | 27,190 | 39,100 | 41,563 |
| 1954 | 92 | 84.8% | 15,930 | 27,349 | 43,123 |
| 1952 | 55 | 94.5% | 9,467 | 42,148 | 44,296 |
How Long Does a Aston Martin DB2 Last?
Based on 157 Aston Martin DB2 vehicles on UK roads.
Aston Martin DB2 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aston Martin DB2 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Aston Martin DB2
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.5% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
84.2% MOT pass rate from 76 tests
The best year to buy a used Aston Martin DB2 is 1952, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.5% across 55 tests. The 1959 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aston Martin DB2 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Martin DB2 THIS CAR | 89.7% | 858 | 36,526 mi | 74 yrs |
| Aston Martin DB9 | 89.4% | 83,149 | 28,217 mi | 22 yrs |
| Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 90% | 61,949 | 29,688 mi | 21 yrs |
| Aston Martin DB7 | 85.1% | 55,755 | 42,831 mi | 31 yrs |
| Renault Clio Extreme 2 16V | 70.8% | 452 | 95,283 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Aston Martin DB9 (89.4% pass rate) and the Aston Martin V8 Vantage (90.0% pass rate), the Aston Martin DB2 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Aston Martin DB2 has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% across 858 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Aston Martin DB2 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (23 recorded failures), brake binding (17), and parking brake recording little or no effort (11). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Aston Martin DB2 owner drives around 354 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Aston Martin DB2 models stay on UK roads for around 74 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.