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BYC 887B

1965 Aston Martin DB5

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

34,388 mi
Last recorded34,388 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1965 Aston Martin DB541,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYC 887B
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 34,388 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 33,324 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak Back axle ()

Pass 8 Jul 2016 33,223 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 32,821 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 32,276 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 31,884 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 31,305 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 31,021 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 30,538 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 30,194 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 29,832 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 29,267 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 28,828 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 28,828 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2005 28,455 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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BYC 887B is a 1965 Aston Martin DB5 in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1965 Aston Martin DB5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 41,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 887B, 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 61 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYC 887B registered?

BYC 887B is a 1965 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 1 August 1965.

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The MOT history for BYC 887B shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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