Aston Martin V8 Volante Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Aston Martin V8 Volante reliable? We analysed 4,674 real MOT tests across 388 vehicles to find out.
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The Aston Martin V8 Volante is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Aston Martin V8 Volante Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aston Martin V8 Volante. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aston Martin V8 Volante MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aston Martin V8 Volante to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aston Martin V8 Volante Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aston Martin V8 Volante fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aston Martin V8 Volante Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aston Martin V8 Volante owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aston Martin V8 Volante MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aston Martin V8 Volante year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 53 | 84.9% | 24,558 | 39,154 | 68,945 |
| 2008 | 123 | 82.9% | 19,463 | 31,803 | 47,496 |
| 2007 | 125 | 87.2% | 23,490 | 44,036 | 66,837 |
| 2006 | 204 | 85.3% | 17,009 | 23,668 | 35,314 |
| 2000 | 74 | 87.8% | 13,940 | 16,590 | 26,483 |
| 1999 | 189 | 90.5% | 10,466 | 18,258 | 31,464 |
| 1998 | 148 | 89.2% | 9,524 | 16,740 | 25,757 |
| 1990 | 126 | 93.7% | 4,678 | 11,603 | 20,676 |
| 1989 | 584 | 91.3% | 13,226 | 22,565 | 35,221 |
| 1988 | 527 | 89.8% | 13,958 | 30,255 | 49,562 |
| 1987 | 550 | 84.9% | 27,935 | 40,398 | 52,388 |
| 1986 | 219 | 87.2% | 23,606 | 29,282 | 47,976 |
| 1985 | 296 | 86.1% | 33,148 | 45,534 | 59,043 |
| 1984 | 221 | 94.6% | 34,532 | 45,099 | 59,175 |
| 1983 | 116 | 91.4% | 14,700 | 27,454 | 54,189 |
| 1982 | 76 | 75.0% | 21,234 | 63,886 | 81,027 |
| 1981 | 82 | 91.5% | 25,808 | 37,434 | 50,119 |
| 1980 | 259 | 84.9% | 17,610 | 48,659 | 67,411 |
| 1979 | 477 | 85.5% | 24,719 | 43,737 | 66,574 |
How Long Does a Aston Martin V8 Volante Last?
Based on 388 Aston Martin V8 Volante vehicles on UK roads.
Aston Martin V8 Volante Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 Volante
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.6% MOT pass rate from 221 tests
75.0% MOT pass rate from 76 tests
The best year to buy a used Aston Martin V8 Volante is 1984, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.6% across 221 tests. The 1982 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.0% — 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 Volante 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 Volante THIS CAR | 87.5% | 4,674 | 31,722 mi | 47 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 |
| Honda NS400R | 89.4% | 1,608 | 22,245 mi | 41 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 Volante trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Aston Martin V8 Volante has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% across 4,674 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 Volante are exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (76 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (44), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (35). 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 Volante owner drives around 362 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 Volante models stay on UK roads for around 47 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.