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BMV 300T

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

5,073 mi
Last recorded5,073 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMV 300T
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 5,073 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 3,749 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 3,384 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 2,575 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 2,560 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 2,458 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 2,427 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 2,356 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 1,975 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 1,869 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 1,717 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 1,684 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 1,514 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 936 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 99,229 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 97,371 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 96,353 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 93,815 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 93,759 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 93,572 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 93,530 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 93,530 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BMV 300T is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BMV 300T, 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 BMV 300T registered?

BMV 300T is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 15 December 1978.

Is BMV 300T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMV 300T shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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