Aston Martin Virage Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aston Martin Virage car check
Is the Aston Martin Virage reliable? We analysed 6,052 real MOT tests across 508 vehicles to find out.
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The Aston Martin Virage is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, brake binding and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aston Martin Virage.
Aston Martin Virage Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aston Martin Virage. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aston Martin Virage MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aston Martin Virage to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aston Martin Virage Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aston Martin Virage fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aston Martin Virage Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aston Martin Virage owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aston Martin Virage MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aston Martin Virage year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1,296 | 90.6% | 11,335 | 18,517 | 28,384 |
| 2011 | 1,029 | 91.3% | 13,142 | 20,288 | 30,141 |
| 1999 | 103 | 88.3% | 10,638 | 21,573 | 40,228 |
| 1998 | 109 | 91.7% | 22,100 | 27,793 | 57,958 |
| 1997 | 165 | 85.5% | 18,056 | 22,297 | 30,461 |
| 1996 | 502 | 85.9% | 14,004 | 23,831 | 33,485 |
| 1995 | 463 | 84.9% | 14,474 | 28,630 | 45,011 |
| 1994 | 546 | 82.8% | 25,451 | 35,910 | 48,131 |
| 1993 | 259 | 85.7% | 16,428 | 26,655 | 46,740 |
| 1992 | 268 | 75.7% | 25,646 | 33,140 | 41,132 |
| 1991 | 443 | 80.8% | 30,062 | 41,813 | 54,230 |
| 1990 | 773 | 84.1% | 18,819 | 32,906 | 51,774 |
How Long Does a Aston Martin Virage Last?
Based on 508 Aston Martin Virage vehicles on UK roads.
Aston Martin Virage Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aston Martin Virage 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 Virage
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.7% MOT pass rate from 109 tests
75.7% MOT pass rate from 268 tests
The best year to buy a used Aston Martin Virage is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.7% across 109 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.7% — 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 Virage Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Martin Virage THIS CAR | 86.7% | 6,052 | 25,799 mi | 36 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 |
| Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI | 90.3% | 11,098 | 27,071 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 Virage trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Aston Martin Virage has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.7% across 6,052 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 Virage are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (137 recorded failures), brake binding (75), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (59). 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 Virage owner drives around 684 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 Virage models stay on UK roads for around 36 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.