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LJ58 FWX

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Black Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,661 mi
Last recorded51,661 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage27,917 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 FWX
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 51,661 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 51,661 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Oct 2014 25,420 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 17,962 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 13,510 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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LJ58 FWX is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Black with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 27,917 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 V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ58 FWX, 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 18 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ58 FWX registered?

LJ58 FWX is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 16 October 2008.

Is LJ58 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 FWX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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