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MFJ 178F

1968 Aston Martin Dbs

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,557 mi
Last recorded41,557 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1968 Aston Martin Dbs60,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFJ 178F
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2017 41,557 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 41,496 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 41,430 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 41,281 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 41,228 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear tyres perished

Pass 30 Jun 2011 41,078 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 40,282 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 39,937 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 39,657 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2007 39,462 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2006 39,287 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 39,085 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Dbs?

Based on 18,001 MOT tests across 2,342 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
923
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Stop lamp not working 64
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MFJ 178F is a 1968 Aston Martin Dbs in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 60,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Dbs fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MFJ 178F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Dbs typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 58 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MFJ 178F registered?

MFJ 178F is a 1968 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 26 June 1968.

Is MFJ 178F safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFJ 178F shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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