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AU08 BFA

2008 Aston Martin Vantage

Silver Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,027 mi
Last recorded31,027 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin Vantage32,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 BFA
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 31,027 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 30,999 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 30,975 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 30,898 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 30,898 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 30,459 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 29,513 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 28,526 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 27,173 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 24,212 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 20,353 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 16,678 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Slight cracking on offside and nearside front tyre tread.

Pass 28 Mar 2012 12,178 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 10,003 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 8,226 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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AU08 BFA is a 2008 Aston Martin Vantage in Silver with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 32,094 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU08 BFA, 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 18 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AU08 BFA registered?

AU08 BFA is a 2008 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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The MOT history for AU08 BFA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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