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JLW 50

1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,380 mi
Last recorded72,380 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto53,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLW 50
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 72,380 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 72,295 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 71,405 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 71,379 miles

Offside Front brake feral rusty

Fail 6 Jun 2018 71,372 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake feral rusty

Pass 23 May 2017 71,308 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 70,830 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 70,529 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 70,320 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 70,151 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 May 2012 69,639 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 69,429 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 69,205 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 68,718 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 67,919 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 67,355 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 67,343 miles

rear handbrake pads wearing low

Pass 20 May 2005 76,343 miles

rear handbrake pads wearing low

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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JLW 50 is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 53,644 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 JLW 50, 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 52 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 JLW 50 registered?

JLW 50 is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 22 April 1974.

Is JLW 50 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLW 50 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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