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DPD 124

1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Bronze Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

38,219 mi
Last recorded38,219 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto59,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPD 124
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1977
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 38,219 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 38,199 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 38,138 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 38,082 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 38,033 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,982 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 37,938 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 37,889 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 37,862 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 37,817 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 37,783 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 37,774 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre worn uneven

offside front tyre has cut in tread under 25mmand worn uneven

Pass 24 Nov 2006 37,530 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 37,487 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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DPD 124 is a 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Bronze with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 59,087 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 DPD 124, 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 49 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DPD 124 registered?

DPD 124 is a 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is DPD 124 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPD 124 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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