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JYY 208J

1988 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Red Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,350 mi
Last recorded37,350 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Vantage27,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYY 208J
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2024 37,350 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 37,350 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 37,261 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 37,241 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 37,156 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 37,097 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 37,041 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 36,964 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 36,943 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 36,913 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 36,795 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 36,780 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 36,005 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 35,816 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 35,582 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 35,498 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 35,308 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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JYY 208J is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Red with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 27,866 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYY 208J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 38 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JYY 208J?

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What year was JYY 208J registered?

JYY 208J is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 1 October 1988.

Is JYY 208J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYY 208J shows 17 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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