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G543 AFW

1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,285 mi
Last recorded42,285 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante22,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG543 AFW
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2025 42,285 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 41,993 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 41,889 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody covered in thick underseal

Pass 26 Aug 2022 41,780 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 41,522 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 41,414 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 41,179 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 40,694 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 40,375 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 40,136 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2014 39,876 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 39,835 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2012 39,400 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 37,010 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2010 34,720 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 34,610 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 32,400 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 31,321 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 29,857 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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G543 AFW is a 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 22,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G543 AFW, 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 37 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G543 AFW registered?

G543 AFW is a 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 13 November 1989.

Is G543 AFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G543 AFW shows 19 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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