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A474 DJB

1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,337 mi
Last recorded39,337 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante45,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA474 DJB
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 39,337 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 38,994 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 38,655 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 38,192 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 37,437 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 35,504 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 34,191 miles

Offside exhaust hanger corroded

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2017 32,278 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 30,030 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 26,634 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 25,767 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 23,957 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 23,203 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 23,203 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 22,079 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 21,977 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 21,870 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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A474 DJB is a 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.6% with a typical mileage of 45,099 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A474 DJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 42 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A474 DJB registered?

A474 DJB is a 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A474 DJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A474 DJB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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