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GPE 477J

1971 Aston Martin Dbs

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

88,839 mi
Last recorded88,839 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Aston Martin Dbs56,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPE 477J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 88,839 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 87,972 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 86,624 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 85,463 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 84,576 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 83,627 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 83,201 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 82,578 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 82,556 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

nearside rear foot brake reading low

Pass 19 Dec 2008 81,602 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 80,301 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Dec 2006 78,655 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 78,655 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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GPE 477J is a 1971 Aston Martin Dbs in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 56,367 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GPE 477J, 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 55 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPE 477J registered?

GPE 477J is a 1971 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 7 January 1971.

Is GPE 477J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPE 477J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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