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RUF 627M

1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,128 mi
Last recorded97,128 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto52,961 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUF 627M
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Nov 2023 97,128 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in front of rear wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind rear wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in front of rear wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2021 96,656 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2021 96,653 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2012 95,858 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 95,366 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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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RUF 627M is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 52,961 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 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUF 627M, 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 53 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 RUF 627M registered?

RUF 627M is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 10 October 1973.

Is RUF 627M safe to buy?

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