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KHV 496W

1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,394 mi
Last recorded72,394 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto67,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHV 496W
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 72,394 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 70,380 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 65,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 65,405 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 65,405 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 65,397 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 65,384 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 65,296 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 65,282 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 65,227 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 65,162 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 65,079 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 65,079 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 65,005 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 64,586 miles

Battery insecure

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

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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KHV 496W is a 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 67,549 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 KHV 496W, 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 45 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KHV 496W registered?

KHV 496W is a 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 7 May 1981.

Is KHV 496W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHV 496W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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