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BS05 AML

2005 Aston Martin DB9

Silver Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

30,015 mi
Last recorded30,015 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Aston Martin DB931,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS05 AML
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB9
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 30,015 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 29,109 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 28,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 27,568 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 26,395 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 23,218 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 22,568 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 20,794 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 17,743 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 15,991 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 12,170 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 7,371 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 7,312 miles

both front tyres feathered on outer edges

o/s/f tyre cracking between treads

Fail 23 Sep 2011 7,312 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 6,754 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 6,737 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2009 6,131 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 5,885 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 5,885 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 4,882 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 4,850 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB9?

Based on 83,149 MOT tests across 5,749 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,403
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
5,749
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 649
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 560
coil spring broken 293
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 291
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 290
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BS05 AML is a 2005 Aston Martin DB9 in Silver with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Aston Martin DB9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 31,752 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 DB9 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BS05 AML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB9 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Aston Martin DB9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BS05 AML registered?

BS05 AML is a 2005 Aston Martin DB9, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is BS05 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS05 AML shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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