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HLD 747T

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,063 mi
Last recorded40,063 miles
Recorded on31 May 2007
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLD 747T
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 May 2007 40,063 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 40,033 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Auto?

Based on 4,565 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Stop lamp not working 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 62
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HLD 747T is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 66,337 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HLD 747T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 48 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HLD 747T registered?

HLD 747T is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 29 August 1978.

Is HLD 747T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLD 747T shows 2 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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