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AAG 3S

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,038 mi
Last recorded85,038 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAG 3S
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 85,038 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 82,951 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 82,652 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 82,300 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2016 81,654 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 81,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 81,531 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 81,184 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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AAG 3S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 66,337 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 AAG 3S, 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 48 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AAG 3S registered?

AAG 3S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is AAG 3S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAG 3S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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