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GN57 BZD

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Blue Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,081 mi
Last recorded52,081 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage27,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 BZD
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 52,081 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 51,340 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 50,124 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 49,015 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 49,015 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 48,799 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 47,875 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 46,569 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 42,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged brake hose outer casing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material strongly advise! (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 36,516 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 36,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 36,130 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 35,655 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 35,252 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 33,198 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 32,129 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 31,959 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 26,843 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 26,843 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GN57 BZD is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Blue 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 V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 27,917 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 V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN57 BZD, 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

How do I check the history of GN57 BZD?

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What year was GN57 BZD registered?

GN57 BZD is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is GN57 BZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 BZD 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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