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BS 52

1988 Aston Martin DB6

Grey Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,416 mi
Last recorded75,416 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1988 Aston Martin DB669,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS 52
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB6
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 75,416 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 75,161 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 74,749 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 74,445 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 74,236 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 73,292 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 72,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 71,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 70,390 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 70,256 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 69,910 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 69,193 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 67,742 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 67,739 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke cracked (4.2.A.1b)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB6?

Based on 5,945 MOT tests across 710 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
710
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
Steering rack gaiter split 62
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Headlamp aim too high 46
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BS 52 is a 1988 Aston Martin DB6 in Grey with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Aston Martin DB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 69,193 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BS 52, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 38 years old, this Aston Martin DB6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BS 52 registered?

BS 52 is a 1988 Aston Martin DB6, first registered on 14 October 1988.

Is BS 52 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS 52 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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