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OPT 775T

1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

7,589 mi
Last recorded7,589 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante43,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPT 775T
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 7,589 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 6,899 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 3,276 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 3,222 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 3,151 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 3,151 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 3,089 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 2,815 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 2,620 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 2,050 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 2,050 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 1,080 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 43,847 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 42,880 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 42,530 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2009 42,530 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 42,444 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 42,061 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2006 41,946 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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OPT 775T is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 43,737 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 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OPT 775T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPT 775T?

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What year was OPT 775T registered?

OPT 775T is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 10 May 1979.

Is OPT 775T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPT 775T shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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