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494 CVB

1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,144 mi
Last recorded77,144 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto39,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration494 CVB
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 77,144 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 76,450 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 74,346 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 73,742 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 72,979 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 72,395 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 71,701 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 71,100 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 70,508 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 69,844 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 69,113 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 68,301 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 67,267 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 66,609 miles

Slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 8 Nov 2006 65,980 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 65,022 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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494 CVB is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 39,102 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 494 CVB, 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 47 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 494 CVB registered?

494 CVB is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 15 March 1979.

Is 494 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 494 CVB shows 16 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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