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BX55 UWK

2005 Aston Martin Vantage

Black Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

21,595 mi
Last recorded21,595 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Aston Martin Vantage38,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 UWK
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 21,595 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))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 21,595 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Hydraulic brake calliper leaking Bleed nipple (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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 11 Dec 2024 21,589 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 21,548 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 21,541 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2022 21,541 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 21,538 miles

both front and nearside rear tyres cracking

Pass 24 Nov 2020 21,519 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 21,498 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 21,471 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 21,414 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 21,358 miles

Offside Front wiper blade has a small split

engine covers and undertrays fitted blocking view of test items

Fail 17 May 2016 21,341 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet blocked (8.2.3)

Offside Front wiper blade has a small split

engine covers and undertrays fitted blocking view of test items

Pass 15 May 2015 21,253 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 20,574 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 20,100 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 18,956 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 18,332 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 17,581 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 16,655 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 16,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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BX55 UWK is a 2005 Aston Martin Vantage in Black with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 38,441 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX55 UWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BX55 UWK is a 2005 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 21 December 2005.

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