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D280 FYL

1987 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

46,143 mi
Last recorded46,143 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Auto44,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD280 FYL
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 46,143 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 5 Dec 2025 46,143 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt pretensioner missing where fitted as original equipment passengers (7.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 45,582 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 45,298 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 44,934 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 44,851 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 44,221 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 44,221 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 44,026 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 43,843 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 43,274 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 42,931 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 41,938 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 41,419 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 40,442 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 39,561 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 39,068 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 37,954 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 36,347 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 35,596 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 35,052 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 33,896 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 33,371 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Auto?

Based on 4,565 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Stop lamp not working 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 62
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D280 FYL is a 1987 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1987 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 44,851 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D280 FYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 39 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D280 FYL registered?

D280 FYL is a 1987 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D280 FYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D280 FYL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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