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MJA 140W

1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,586 mi
Last recorded87,586 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto35,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJA 140W
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 87,586 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 86,751 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 86,032 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 85,551 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 84,876 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 83,962 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 82,671 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 80,460 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 79,571 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 79,156 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 77,861 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 77,861 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Auto?

Based on 4,565 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Stop lamp not working 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 62
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MJA 140W is a 1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 35,537 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJA 140W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 46 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJA 140W registered?

MJA 140W is a 1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is MJA 140W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJA 140W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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