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HFG 142T

1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,760 mi
Last recorded94,760 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante43,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFG 142T
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2019 94,760 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 94,702 miles

Nearside Front track control arm bush

Offside Front track control arm bush

Pass 15 Sep 2017 94,562 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 94,313 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 93,931 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 92,457 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 91,904 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 89,826 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 89,532 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 May 2010 88,568 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 88,004 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 87,267 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 86,764 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 86,235 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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HFG 142T is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 43,737 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 HFG 142T, 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 47 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HFG 142T registered?

HFG 142T is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 8 May 1979.

Is HFG 142T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFG 142T shows 14 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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