MOT Status
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77,868 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?
Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ETH 261V is a 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 48,659 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 ETH 261V, 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 46 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of ETH 261V?
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What year was ETH 261V registered?
ETH 261V is a 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 30 December 1980.
Is ETH 261V safe to buy?
The MOT history for ETH 261V shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ETH 261V have outstanding finance?
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