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MES 237P

1975 Aston Martin V8

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,778 mi
Last recorded73,778 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1975 Aston Martin V878,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMES 237P
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 73,778 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 73,778 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 73,664 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 73,432 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 73,358 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 73,358 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 73,048 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 72,687 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 72,547 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

OFFSIDE REAR OF SILL CORRODED

Pass 5 Jul 2007 72,378 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 72,171 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8?

Based on 2,433 MOT tests across 295 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 37
Stop lamp not working 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32
Direction indicator not working 26
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MES 237P is a 1975 Aston Martin V8 in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1975 Aston Martin V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 78,490 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MES 237P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 51 years old, this Aston Martin V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MES 237P?

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What year was MES 237P registered?

MES 237P is a 1975 Aston Martin V8, first registered on 6 October 1975.

Is MES 237P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MES 237P shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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