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A86 AML

1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,525 mi
Last recorded13,525 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante29,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA86 AML
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 13,525 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 13,488 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 13,341 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 12,606 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 12,449 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 11,974 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 11,973 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2008 11,928 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 11,817 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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A86 AML is a 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 29,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A86 AML, 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 40 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 A86 AML registered?

A86 AML is a 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is A86 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for A86 AML shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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