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DBZ 9960

1997 Aston Martin DB7

Silver Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,979 mi
Last recorded74,979 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Aston Martin DB757,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBZ 9960
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB7
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 74,979 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 74,979 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 74,798 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 74,797 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 74,787 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 74,743 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 74,604 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 74,144 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 20 Jan 2011 72,452 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 69,099 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 69,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 67,169 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB7?

Based on 55,755 MOT tests across 3,227 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
894
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 592
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 489
parking brake recording little or no effort 416
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 404
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 390
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DBZ 9960 is a 1997 Aston Martin DB7 in Silver with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Aston Martin DB7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 57,448 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 DB7 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBZ 9960, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB7 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Aston Martin DB7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DBZ 9960 registered?

DBZ 9960 is a 1997 Aston Martin DB7, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is DBZ 9960 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBZ 9960 shows 12 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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