Aston Martin V8 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aston Martin V8 Auto car check
Is the Aston Martin V8 Auto reliable? We analysed 4,565 real MOT tests across 437 vehicles to find out.
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The Aston Martin V8 Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aston Martin V8 Auto.
Aston Martin V8 Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aston Martin V8 Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aston Martin V8 Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aston Martin V8 Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aston Martin V8 Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aston Martin V8 Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aston Martin V8 Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aston Martin V8 Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aston Martin V8 Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 53 | 84.9% | 9,470 | 18,407 | 25,925 |
| 2008 | 110 | 95.5% | 16,122 | 28,214 | 39,961 |
| 2007 | 50 | 82.0% | 31,167 | 41,678 | 58,330 |
| 1988 | 174 | 89.1% | 17,717 | 38,010 | 64,198 |
| 1987 | 157 | 87.9% | 37,767 | 44,851 | 75,469 |
| 1986 | 188 | 84.6% | 18,154 | 56,558 | 79,752 |
| 1985 | 119 | 87.4% | 34,546 | 61,841 | 89,950 |
| 1984 | 202 | 89.6% | 25,566 | 61,959 | 77,185 |
| 1982 | 64 | 84.4% | 32,114 | 64,126 | 65,339 |
| 1981 | 183 | 79.2% | 36,848 | 67,549 | 73,541 |
| 1980 | 389 | 82.8% | 23,006 | 35,537 | 81,939 |
| 1979 | 576 | 86.3% | 24,855 | 39,102 | 76,423 |
| 1978 | 728 | 81.5% | 34,472 | 66,337 | 79,790 |
| 1977 | 383 | 84.9% | 25,932 | 59,087 | 82,532 |
| 1976 | 185 | 83.2% | 11,196 | 43,596 | 71,582 |
| 1975 | 70 | 80.0% | 51,684 | 62,376 | 74,071 |
| 1974 | 381 | 85.3% | 24,198 | 53,644 | 71,118 |
| 1973 | 188 | 85.1% | 28,662 | 52,961 | 76,086 |
| 1972 | 92 | 77.2% | 14,762 | 49,510 | 64,834 |
How Long Does a Aston Martin V8 Auto Last?
Based on 437 Aston Martin V8 Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Aston Martin V8 Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aston Martin V8 Auto 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 Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.5% MOT pass rate from 110 tests
77.2% MOT pass rate from 92 tests
The best year to buy a used Aston Martin V8 Auto is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.5% across 110 tests. The 1972 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.2% — 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 V8 Auto 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 Auto THIS CAR | 84.4% | 4,565 | 51,658 mi | 54 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 T4 | 67.1% | 2,462 | 153,755 mi | 35 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 Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Aston Martin V8 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.4% across 4,565 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 Auto are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (115 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (94), and stop lamp not working (71). 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 Auto owner drives around 407 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 Auto models stay on UK roads for around 54 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.