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E36 KPA

1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,939 mi
Last recorded35,939 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante30,255 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE36 KPA
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 35,939 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 35,434 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 34,686 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 34,054 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 33,027 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 32,706 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 31,304 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 31,304 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 30,747 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 30,255 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 29,396 miles

slight fluid leak from power steering pinion

Pass 18 May 2015 29,018 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 May 2014 28,627 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 28,626 miles

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 May 2013 27,974 miles

slight leak from power steering pinion

slight play in offside top swivel

Pass 17 May 2012 27,547 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 27,197 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 26,533 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 26,107 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 25,159 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 25,158 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2007 23,363 miles

Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 23,149 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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E36 KPA is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 30,255 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 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E36 KPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 38 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E36 KPA registered?

E36 KPA is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 9 February 1988.

Is E36 KPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E36 KPA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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