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170 BRM

1988 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

24,069 mi
Last recorded24,069 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Auto38,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration170 BRM
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 24,069 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 23,218 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 22,352 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 22,312 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 21,164 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 20,987 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 20,763 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 20,422 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 19,401 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 18,828 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 18,028 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 17,662 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 16,953 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 14,754 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 14,534 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 14,034 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 13,156 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 12,554 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 11,222 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 10,048 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 7,480 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Auto?

Based on 4,565 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Stop lamp not working 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 62
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170 BRM is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1988 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 38,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 170 BRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 38 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 170 BRM registered?

170 BRM is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is 170 BRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 170 BRM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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