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GAR 7J

2008 Aston Martin Dbs

Silver Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,641 mi
Last recorded54,641 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin Dbs19,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAR 7J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 54,641 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 54,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 54,254 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 53,959 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 53,959 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 52,522 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 52,484 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 52,168 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 51,285 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 50,314 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 41,620 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 37,136 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 33,591 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 29,960 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 28,429 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 23,915 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 18,101 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 14,057 miles

both front tyres are starting to perish

Pass 5 May 2011 11,471 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Dbs?

Based on 18,001 MOT tests across 2,342 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
923
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Stop lamp not working 64
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GAR 7J is a 2008 Aston Martin Dbs in Silver with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 19,101 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 Dbs fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAR 7J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Dbs typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 18 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GAR 7J registered?

GAR 7J is a 2008 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is GAR 7J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAR 7J shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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