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FFD 321C

1965 Aston Martin DB5

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,011 mi
Last recorded44,011 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 1965 Aston Martin DB541,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFD 321C
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 44,011 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 44,004 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 43,134 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 42,991 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 42,766 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 41,389 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB5?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Stop lamp not working 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Headlamp aim too high 23
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FFD 321C is a 1965 Aston Martin DB5 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1965 Aston Martin DB5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 41,186 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 DB5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FFD 321C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB5 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FFD 321C registered?

FFD 321C is a 1965 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 21 October 1965.

Is FFD 321C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFD 321C shows 6 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.

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