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RKS 726S

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,850 mi
Last recorded49,850 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKS 726S
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2013 49,850 miles

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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RKS 726S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 66,337 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RKS 726S, 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 48 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RKS 726S registered?

RKS 726S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is RKS 726S safe to buy?

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