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L11 AML

1997 Aston Martin Virage

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,877 mi
Last recorded26,877 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Aston Martin Virage22,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL11 AML
MakeAston Martin
ModelVirage
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 26,877 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 26,784 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 26,586 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 26,328 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 26,210 miles

Damage to front spoiler.

Slight damage to power steering hose.

Pass 25 Aug 2011 25,900 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 24,296 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jul 2010 24,287 miles

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

Oil leak

off/side and near/side front tyres worn inner shoulders

vehicle presenter be aware front tyres appear to have had some contact with exhaust system although no contact is apparent whilst testing vehicle on lock to lock

Pass 13 Aug 2009 22,205 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2009 22,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 20,894 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 20,859 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Aug 2008 20,842 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 20,670 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Radiator cap leaking

engine oil leak dripping onto O/S steering rack gaiter

front end spoiler impact damage

oil cooler filter at front under car bracket broken and filter damaged

Pass 24 Aug 2006 19,943 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Virage?

Based on 6,052 MOT tests across 508 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
684
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
508
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 137
brake binding 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 55
parking brake recording little or no effort 42
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L11 AML is a 1997 Aston Martin Virage in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Aston Martin Virage models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 22,297 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 Virage fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L11 AML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Virage typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Aston Martin Virage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L11 AML registered?

L11 AML is a 1997 Aston Martin Virage, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is L11 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for L11 AML shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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