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BHJ 376S

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,970 mi
Last recorded6,970 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 376S
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 6,970 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2026 6,964 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 6,497 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 6,208 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 5,930 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 5,682 miles

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

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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BHJ 376S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BHJ 376S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHJ 376S registered?

BHJ 376S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BHJ 376S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHJ 376S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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