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D257 LFX

1987 Aston Martin Lagonda

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

245,522 mi
Last recorded245,522 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda63,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD257 LFX
MakeAston Martin
ModelLagonda
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 245,522 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 245,489 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 24,548 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 245,475 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 244,860 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 24,392 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front lower and upper ball joint dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel Both wheels (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2019 24,392 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front upper and lower dust covers on both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 24,391 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 243,832 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Dec 2016 243,832 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2016 244,675 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 24,381 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 24,381 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 244,005 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 244,001 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 24,282 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 24,262 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 24,258 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Lagonda?

Based on 1,430 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
270
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
parking brake recording little or no effort 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 28
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D257 LFX is a 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 63,323 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Lagonda fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D257 LFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Lagonda typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 39 years old, this Aston Martin Lagonda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D257 LFX?

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What year was D257 LFX registered?

D257 LFX is a 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda, first registered on 18 March 1987.

Is D257 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D257 LFX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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