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ALR 17H

1970 Aston Martin Dbs

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,125 mi
Last recorded28,125 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 1970 Aston Martin Dbs57,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALR 17H
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 28,125 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 26,940 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 26,504 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 25,031 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 23,758 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 23,758 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 23,357 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 23,152 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 May 2012 21,561 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,487 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 19,936 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 19,541 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 18,693 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 18,308 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Dbs?

Based on 18,001 MOT tests across 2,342 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
923
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Stop lamp not working 64
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ALR 17H is a 1970 Aston Martin Dbs in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1970 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 57,668 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Dbs fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALR 17H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Dbs typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ALR 17H registered?

ALR 17H is a 1970 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 8 January 1970.

Is ALR 17H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALR 17H shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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