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FKJ 74C

1979 Aston Martin DB5

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,707 mi
Last recorded19,707 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 74C
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2011 19,707 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 19,594 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 18,954 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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FKJ 74C is a 1979 Aston Martin DB5 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FKJ 74C, 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 47 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FKJ 74C registered?

FKJ 74C is a 1979 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 5 June 1979.

Is FKJ 74C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKJ 74C shows 3 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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