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DSX 85L

1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Grey Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,933 mi
Last recorded17,933 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto52,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSX 85L
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2013 17,933 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 17,759 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2009 16,022 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 66,318 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 14,437 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 May 2007 13,388 miles

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

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

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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DSX 85L is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Grey with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 52,961 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 V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSX 85L, 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 53 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 DSX 85L registered?

DSX 85L is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 17 May 1973.

Is DSX 85L safe to buy?

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