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R809 YVF

1998 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

39,312 mi
Last recorded39,312 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR809 YVF
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 39,312 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 38,852 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 38,810 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 38,080 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 37,901 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 37,782 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Inner Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2013 37,723 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 36,685 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 36,648 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 36,239 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 35,656 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 14 Apr 2008 35,639 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 16 May 2007 34,124 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 34,054 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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R809 YVF is a 1998 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R809 YVF, 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 28 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R809 YVF registered?

R809 YVF is a 1998 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R809 YVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R809 YVF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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