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BSM 359B

1996 Aston Martin DB5

Blue Petrol 3700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,853 mi
Last recorded23,853 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSM 359B
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,700cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 23,853 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 23,363 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 23,193 miles

O/S/R sill has slight corrosion

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion / pitting on N/S/R disc inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 23,053 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 22,930 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 22,691 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 22,475 miles

little grease on n/s/r disc inner edge

Pass 16 Jun 2011 22,347 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 22,334 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 22,266 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 22,158 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 21,899 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 21,899 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 21,619 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB5?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Stop lamp not working 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Headlamp aim too high 23
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BSM 359B is a 1996 Aston Martin DB5 in Blue with a 3,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSM 359B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB5 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 30 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BSM 359B registered?

BSM 359B is a 1996 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is BSM 359B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSM 359B 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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