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BYC 816B

1988 Aston Martin DB5

Green Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,184 mi
Last recorded23,184 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYC 816B
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 23,184 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 22,226 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 22,199 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Handbrake pads low

Fail 16 Jun 2010 18,372 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 18,372 miles

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

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

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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BYC 816B is a 1988 Aston Martin DB5 in Green with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BYC 816B, 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 38 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYC 816B registered?

BYC 816B is a 1988 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 8 January 1988.

Is BYC 816B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYC 816B shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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