Aston Martin V8 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aston Martin V8 car check
Is the Aston Martin V8 reliable? We analysed 2,433 real MOT tests across 295 vehicles to find out.
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The Aston Martin V8 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aston Martin V8.
Aston Martin V8 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aston Martin V8. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aston Martin V8 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aston Martin V8 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aston Martin V8 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aston Martin V8 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aston Martin V8 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aston Martin V8 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aston Martin V8 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aston Martin V8 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 52 | 92.3% | 24,362 | 34,413 | 38,510 |
| 2007 | 115 | 90.4% | 17,788 | 28,968 | 44,713 |
| 2006 | 119 | 91.6% | 16,538 | 26,284 | 36,118 |
| 1999 | 92 | 88.0% | 6,887 | 9,914 | 21,386 |
| 1996 | 76 | 77.6% | 64,174 | 69,061 | 75,696 |
| 1979 | 206 | 82.5% | 15,450 | 41,736 | 87,714 |
| 1978 | 177 | 85.9% | 13,070 | 48,131 | 72,405 |
| 1977 | 244 | 79.9% | 61,302 | 70,020 | 81,302 |
| 1975 | 91 | 76.9% | 68,251 | 78,490 | 80,542 |
| 1974 | 266 | 83.5% | 26,808 | 51,866 | 77,244 |
| 1973 | 294 | 84.0% | 13,767 | 39,727 | 62,913 |
| 1971 | 106 | 79.2% | 18,158 | 46,499 | 74,472 |
How Long Does a Aston Martin V8 Last?
Based on 295 Aston Martin V8 vehicles on UK roads.
Aston Martin V8 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aston Martin V8 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 V8
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.3% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
76.9% MOT pass rate from 91 tests
The best year to buy a used Aston Martin V8 is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.3% across 52 tests. The 1975 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.9% — 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 V8 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Martin V8 THIS CAR | 84.7% | 2,433 | 39,564 mi | 55 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 |
| Volkswagen Jetta S Bluemotion Tech-gy TDI | 84.1% | 2,610 | 96,903 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 V8 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Aston Martin V8 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.7% across 2,433 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 V8 are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (39 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (37), and stop lamp not working (34). 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 V8 owner drives around 466 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 V8 models stay on UK roads for around 55 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.