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MX56 DVU

2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,700 mi
Last recorded36,700 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage33,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX56 DVU
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 36,700 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 36,567 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 36,427 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 35,878 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2018 35,515 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 35,299 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 35,268 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 7 May 2015 35,233 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 33,428 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 32,291 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 29,835 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 29,832 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 26,650 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 22,897 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 19,766 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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MX56 DVU is a 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Silver with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 33,480 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 MX56 DVU, 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 20 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX56 DVU registered?

MX56 DVU is a 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 2 November 2006.

Is MX56 DVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX56 DVU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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