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PRP 416D

1966 Aston Martin DB6

Silver Petrol 3955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,561 mi
Last recorded24,561 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1966 Aston Martin DB651,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRP 416D
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB6
Year1966
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 24,561 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Dec 2025 24,511 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 23,465 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 22,743 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 22,743 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 Oct 2014 22,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 22,743 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 22,743 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 22,743 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 22,743 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB6?

Based on 5,945 MOT tests across 710 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
710
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
Steering rack gaiter split 62
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Headlamp aim too high 46
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PRP 416D is a 1966 Aston Martin DB6 in Silver with a 3,955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1966 Aston Martin DB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 51,033 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 DB6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PRP 416D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 60 years old, this Aston Martin DB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PRP 416D registered?

PRP 416D is a 1966 Aston Martin DB6, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is PRP 416D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRP 416D shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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