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BYO 33T

1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,750 mi
Last recorded4,750 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante43,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYO 33T
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 4,750 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 4,356 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 4,129 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 3,754 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 33,339 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 2,831 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 1,866 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 971 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 99,774 miles

slight leak from power steering pinion seal

Pass 4 Dec 2008 97,918 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 94,459 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 92,205 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 92,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 90,897 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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BYO 33T is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 43,737 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BYO 33T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYO 33T registered?

BYO 33T is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 4 April 1979.

Is BYO 33T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYO 33T 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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