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D285 FYL

1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

55,388 mi
Last recorded55,388 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage35,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD285 FYL
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 55,388 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 54,252 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 53,004 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 51,146 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 50,814 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 50,510 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 50,256 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 49,764 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 49,165 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 48,728 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 48,015 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 46,335 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 45,759 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 45,612 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 45,612 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 43,384 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 42,304 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 40,392 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 38,036 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 36,224 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 34,306 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 32,591 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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D285 FYL is a 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 35,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D285 FYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 39 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D285 FYL?

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What year was D285 FYL registered?

D285 FYL is a 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 3 July 1987.

Is D285 FYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D285 FYL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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