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GB55 GAW

2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,184 mi
Last recorded74,184 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage33,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB55 GAW
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 74,184 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyres, Inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 71,382 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 68,740 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 66,430 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 65,340 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 64,392 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 61,389 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 59,068 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 54,490 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 50,756 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 45,929 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 43,732 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 41,352 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2012 39,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 May 2012 39,953 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)

Fail 4 May 2011 38,022 miles

BOTH front flexy brake hoses slightly twisted

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 May 2011 38,022 miles

BOTH front flexy brake hoses slightly twisted

Pass 7 May 2010 34,668 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 32,305 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 23,009 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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GB55 GAW is a 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Silver with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 33,480 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 GB55 GAW, 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 20 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GB55 GAW?

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What year was GB55 GAW registered?

GB55 GAW is a 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is GB55 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB55 GAW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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