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HX05 VJE

2005 Aston Martin DB9

Silver Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

77,855 mi
Last recorded77,855 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Aston Martin DB931,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 VJE
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB9
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 77,855 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 76,157 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2022 71,710 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2022 71,710 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 68,559 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 66,663 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 65,151 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 65,151 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 63,481 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 60,164 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 55,642 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 48,342 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 47,102 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 45,550 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn outer edges

tyre light on

Pass 24 Feb 2014 41,058 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

t.p.m.s light on dash

Pass 25 Feb 2013 29,431 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 29,430 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly (3.3.D.3a)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 20,525 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 18,839 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 17,388 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 13,922 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 9,939 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB9?

Based on 83,149 MOT tests across 5,749 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,403
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
5,749
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 649
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 560
coil spring broken 293
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 291
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 290
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HX05 VJE is a 2005 Aston Martin DB9 in Silver with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Aston Martin DB9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 31,752 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 DB9 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX05 VJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB9 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Aston Martin DB9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX05 VJE registered?

HX05 VJE is a 2005 Aston Martin DB9, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is HX05 VJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX05 VJE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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