Aston Martin Lagonda Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Aston Martin Lagonda reliable? We analysed 1,430 real MOT tests across 177 vehicles to find out.
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The Aston Martin Lagonda is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and parking brake recording little or no effort. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aston Martin Lagonda.
Aston Martin Lagonda Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aston Martin Lagonda. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aston Martin Lagonda MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aston Martin Lagonda to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aston Martin Lagonda Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aston Martin Lagonda fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aston Martin Lagonda Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aston Martin Lagonda owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aston Martin Lagonda MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aston Martin Lagonda year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 79 | 89.9% | 6,137 | 15,994 | 34,280 |
| 1989 | 105 | 81.9% | 13,319 | 21,732 | 39,065 |
| 1988 | 130 | 83.8% | 43,384 | 58,040 | 65,325 |
| 1987 | 66 | 81.8% | 16,207 | 63,323 | 90,917 |
| 1986 | 92 | 94.6% | 10,964 | 21,630 | 32,797 |
| 1985 | 111 | 70.3% | 27,933 | 42,755 | 65,637 |
| 1984 | 184 | 84.2% | 26,350 | 29,415 | 63,552 |
| 1983 | 62 | 79.0% | 18,616 | 43,512 | 69,699 |
| 1981 | 104 | 75.0% | 37,660 | 52,134 | 73,482 |
| 1980 | 76 | 86.8% | 9,608 | 24,147 | 34,287 |
| 1975 | 55 | 81.8% | 55,110 | 56,975 | 60,323 |
How Long Does a Aston Martin Lagonda Last?
Based on 177 Aston Martin Lagonda vehicles on UK roads.
Aston Martin Lagonda Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aston Martin Lagonda 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 Lagonda
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.6% MOT pass rate from 92 tests
70.3% MOT pass rate from 111 tests
The best year to buy a used Aston Martin Lagonda is 1986, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.6% across 92 tests. The 1985 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.3% — 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 Lagonda Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Martin Lagonda THIS CAR | 83.1% | 1,430 | 34,749 mi | 51 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 |
| Ducati 851 | 90% | 2,020 | 20,548 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Aston Martin DB9 (89.4% pass rate) and the Aston Martin V8 Vantage (90.0% pass rate), the Aston Martin Lagonda trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Aston Martin Lagonda has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.1% across 1,430 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 Lagonda are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (72 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (37), and parking brake recording little or no effort (32). 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 Lagonda owner drives around 270 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 Lagonda models stay on UK roads for around 51 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.