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RX54 XEL

2004 Aston Martin DB9

Silver Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,809 mi
Last recorded52,809 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Aston Martin DB934,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 XEL
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB9
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 52,809 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 50,049 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 48,741 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2024 48,741 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 46,184 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 45,357 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 40,935 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 40,133 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 39,132 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 37,915 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 36,047 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 33,825 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 32,162 miles

tyres starting to age crack

Pass 14 May 2014 27,664 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 21,337 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 21,054 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

offside front tyre sidewall lightly damaged

Pass 5 Mar 2012 13,422 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 10,835 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 9,985 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 9,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 8,798 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 7,062 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB9?

Based on 83,149 MOT tests across 5,749 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,403
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
5,749
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 649
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 560
coil spring broken 293
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 291
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 290
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RX54 XEL is a 2004 Aston Martin DB9 in Silver with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 Aston Martin DB9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 34,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB9 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX54 XEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB9 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Aston Martin DB9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX54 XEL registered?

RX54 XEL is a 2004 Aston Martin DB9, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is RX54 XEL safe to buy?

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