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AMV 88T

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,308 mi
Last recorded27,308 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMV 88T
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 27,308 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 27,294 miles

Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning lamp or other device has operated (3.3.E.5b)

Brake operation stored air pressure or vacuum depletes when ancillary equipment is operated (3.3.E.4)

Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 26,182 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 25,701 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 25,574 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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AMV 88T is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AMV 88T, 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.

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What year was AMV 88T registered?

AMV 88T is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 26 October 1978.

Is AMV 88T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMV 88T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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