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L21 RSF

1997 Aston Martin DB7

Green Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,683 mi
Last recorded69,683 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Aston Martin DB757,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL21 RSF
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB7
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 69,683 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 19 Dec 2025 69,683 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 69,667 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 69,667 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 64,392 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear diff has slight oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2022 61,723 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Offside and nearside have masks fitted (4.1.4 (b))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component hoses and rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear oxygen sensors slightly damaged

Pass 18 Nov 2021 58,449 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 58,404 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB7?

Based on 55,755 MOT tests across 3,227 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
894
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 592
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 489
parking brake recording little or no effort 416
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 404
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 390
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L21 RSF is a 1997 Aston Martin DB7 in Green with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Aston Martin DB7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 57,448 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 DB7 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L21 RSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB7 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Aston Martin DB7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L21 RSF registered?

L21 RSF is a 1997 Aston Martin DB7, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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