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A700 GRF

1983 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

65,082 mi
Last recorded65,082 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Vantage63,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA700 GRF
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 65,082 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 64,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 May 2017 64,157 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 63,876 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 63,706 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 63,462 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 63,238 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 63,009 miles

serious corrosion to boot floor box section at left rear( not within prescribed area )

Pass 1 Dec 2010 62,673 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs have rust pitting

Pass 1 Dec 2009 62,459 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 62,458 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 61,877 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 61,654 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 61,091 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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A700 GRF is a 1983 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1983 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 63,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A700 GRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 43 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A700 GRF registered?

A700 GRF is a 1983 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A700 GRF safe to buy?

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