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EMT 55J

1971 Aston Martin DB6

Green Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,838 mi
Last recorded53,838 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1971 Aston Martin DB654,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMT 55J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB6
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 53,838 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 53,681 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 52,572 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 52,097 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 51,414 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 50,809 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 50,301 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 50,136 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 49,712 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 49,088 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 48,614 miles

Slight oil leak from differential (possibly prop shaft seal)

Slight oil leak fron oil cooler

Pass 11 Mar 2010 48,181 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 47,588 miles

Slight oil leak from oil cooler union and transfer pipe mounting broken.

Pass 27 Mar 2008 47,294 miles

Grease seeping from both upper balljoint gaiters

Fail 26 Mar 2008 47,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Grease seeping from both upper balljoint gaiters

Pass 13 Mar 2007 47,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2006 46,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB6?

Based on 5,945 MOT tests across 710 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
710
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
Steering rack gaiter split 62
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Headlamp aim too high 46
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EMT 55J is a 1971 Aston Martin DB6 in Green with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1971 Aston Martin DB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 54,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMT 55J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Aston Martin DB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EMT 55J registered?

EMT 55J is a 1971 Aston Martin DB6, first registered on 12 January 1971.

Is EMT 55J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMT 55J shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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