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EX08 AML

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,231 mi
Last recorded47,231 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage27,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 AML
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 47,231 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 45,960 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 45,727 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 42,992 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 40,671 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 39,776 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 39,365 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 37,401 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 34,570 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 34,562 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 32,877 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 31,178 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 28,950 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 24,283 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 24,267 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

oil leak

Pass 1 May 2013 18,846 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 17,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers

Pass 26 Oct 2012 17,515 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers

Pass 31 Oct 2011 13,606 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 12,923 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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EX08 AML is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Silver with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 27,917 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX08 AML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX08 AML registered?

EX08 AML is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is EX08 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 AML shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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