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A1 BGU

1997 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Black Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,941 mi
Last recorded19,941 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 BGU
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 19,941 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 19,849 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 19,650 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 19,645 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 19,412 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 19,223 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 19,011 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 18,986 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 18,962 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 18,922 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 18,895 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 18,862 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 18,830 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 18,821 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 18,549 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 18,384 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 18,119 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2009 17,523 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 16,982 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 16,618 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 15,599 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 15,599 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A1 BGU is a 1997 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Black with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A1 BGU, 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 29 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 A1 BGU registered?

A1 BGU is a 1997 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is A1 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 BGU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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