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238 SMA

2008 Aston Martin Vantage

Grey Petrol 4735cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,499 mi
Last recorded13,499 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin Vantage32,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration238 SMA
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,735cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 13,499 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2025 12,978 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 12,383 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 11,563 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 10,930 miles

both front tyres cracking in tread lines

Pass 10 Jun 2021 10,043 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 9,330 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 7,781 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 6,993 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 5,990 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 5,883 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 5,615 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 5,278 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 5,020 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 4,557 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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238 SMA is a 2008 Aston Martin Vantage in Grey with a 4,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 32,094 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 238 SMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 238 SMA registered?

238 SMA is a 2008 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is 238 SMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 238 SMA shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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