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FIL 159

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,814 mi
Last recorded27,814 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage27,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIL 159
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 27,814 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 27,310 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 27,301 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 27,278 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 26,981 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 26,960 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 26,942 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 26,300 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 25,775 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 25,309 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 24,693 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 20,559 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 18,003 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 16,666 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 14,505 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 10,809 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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FIL 159 is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FIL 159, 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 FIL 159 registered?

FIL 159 is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is FIL 159 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIL 159 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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