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MY08 DBS

2008 Aston Martin Dbs

Silver Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,506 mi
Last recorded44,506 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin Dbs19,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY08 DBS
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2025 44,506 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 43,261 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 42,006 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 40,822 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2021 39,154 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 37,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 35,745 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 33,308 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 30,491 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 27,191 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 24,380 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 16,526 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 15,535 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 13,367 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 11,764 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 10,527 miles

center brake light has part bulb out

sill covers undertray

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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MY08 DBS is a 2008 Aston Martin Dbs in Silver with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 19,101 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 MY08 DBS, 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 18 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MY08 DBS registered?

MY08 DBS is a 2008 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is MY08 DBS safe to buy?

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