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AP12 AML

2012 Aston Martin Vantage

Red Petrol 4735cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,503 mi
Last recorded25,503 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Aston Martin Vantage20,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 AML
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,735cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 25,503 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 23,842 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 22,194 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 21,237 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 20,253 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 19,047 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 19,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 18,291 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 17,288 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 17,275 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 15,790 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 13,370 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer 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 5 Jul 2016 11,581 miles

deep cut nsr tyre

Fail 4 Jul 2016 11,581 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

deep cut nsr tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2015 9,607 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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AP12 AML is a 2012 Aston Martin Vantage in Red with a 4,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 20,354 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP12 AML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AP12 AML registered?

AP12 AML is a 2012 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is AP12 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 AML shows 15 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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