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AE08 DFF

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Black Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,683 mi
Last recorded105,683 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage27,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 DFF
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 105,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread left across tyre width (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted, unable to see some parts

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Few small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 97,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Under trays fitted unable to check fully.

Pass 12 Sep 2023 90,629 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 83,464 miles

Undertrays fitted unable to view some areas

Pass 16 Sep 2021 76,955 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 71,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 60,769 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Sep 2018 55,031 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 46,139 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 43,195 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 39,054 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 38,765 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 38,415 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 34,097 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 33,937 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2011 32,693 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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AE08 DFF is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Black with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 27,917 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 AE08 DFF, 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 18 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 AE08 DFF registered?

AE08 DFF is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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