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M8 XDR

2005 Aston Martin Vantage

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

57,453 mi
Last recorded57,453 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Aston Martin Vantage38,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 XDR
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 57,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 57,261 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 55,743 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 55,741 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 55,480 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 55,274 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 54,857 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 54,304 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 52,805 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 48,826 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 45,018 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 42,530 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 39,855 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 36,920 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 32,385 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 27,886 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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M8 XDR is a 2005 Aston Martin Vantage in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 38,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M8 XDR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M8 XDR registered?

M8 XDR is a 2005 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is M8 XDR safe to buy?

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