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AX08 YML

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Black Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,829 mi
Last recorded57,829 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage27,917 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 YML
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 57,829 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 53,157 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 25,957 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 25,957 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working all rear lights not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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AX08 YML is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Black with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX08 YML, 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.

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What year was AX08 YML registered?

AX08 YML is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is AX08 YML safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 YML shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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