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DLR 8J

1971 Aston Martin Dbs

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

6,769 mi
Last recorded6,769 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Aston Martin Dbs56,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLR 8J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 6,769 miles

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

vehicle undersealed

Fail 23 Sep 2025 6,766 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

vehicle undersealed

Fail 17 Jun 2025 6,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2018 6,744 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 6,728 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 6,715 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 6,420 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both front exhaust mounts broken

Pass 10 May 2013 5,496 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Apr 2013 5,496 miles

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 5,353 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2012 5,353 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2011 4,631 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 3,442 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

n/s front tyre worn on edge

Pass 21 Apr 2009 2,072 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 2,072 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 803 miles

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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DLR 8J is a 1971 Aston Martin Dbs in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1971 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 56,367 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 DLR 8J, 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 55 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DLR 8J registered?

DLR 8J is a 1971 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is DLR 8J safe to buy?

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