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DB05 SEL

2011 Aston Martin Dbs

Silver Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,236 mi
Last recorded35,236 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Aston Martin Dbs17,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB05 SEL
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 35,236 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 34,788 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 33,988 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 33,830 miles

Engine cover,sill covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2022 33,681 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 33,664 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 33,297 miles

Engine cover,sill covers and under-trays fitted

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 33,197 miles

Engine cover,sill covers and under-trays fitted

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 32,275 miles

Engine cover,under-trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2018 31,258 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 29,845 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 26,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 24,789 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 22,510 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 22,508 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Dbs?

Based on 18,001 MOT tests across 2,342 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
923
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Stop lamp not working 64
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DB05 SEL is a 2011 Aston Martin Dbs in Silver with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 17,884 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Dbs fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DB05 SEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Dbs typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 15 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DB05 SEL?

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What year was DB05 SEL registered?

DB05 SEL is a 2011 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 24 March 2011.

Is DB05 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB05 SEL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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