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BDS 860G

1969 Aston Martin Dbs

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,450 mi
Last recorded95,450 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 1969 Aston Martin Dbs51,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDS 860G
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 95,450 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin park (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 93,570 miles

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

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

parking brake pads low

Pass 21 Jan 2015 88,202 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 88,202 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Fail 6 Apr 2013 85,414 miles

Oil leak

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

slight seepage of oil from power steering pump

Pass 6 Apr 2013 85,414 miles

Oil leak

slight seepage of oil from power steering pump

Pass 25 May 2012 83,940 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 83,940 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 80,466 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 77,279 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2008 73,421 miles

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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BDS 860G is a 1969 Aston Martin Dbs in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1969 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 51,526 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 Dbs fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDS 860G, 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 57 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BDS 860G registered?

BDS 860G is a 1969 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 11 July 1969.

Is BDS 860G safe to buy?

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