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SD56 SWD

2012 Aston Martin Vantage

Black Petrol 4735cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

36,162 mi
Last recorded36,162 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Aston Martin Vantage20,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD56 SWD
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,735cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 36,162 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 35,051 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 32,576 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 31,769 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 30,185 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 28,213 miles

Wiper blades smearing screen slightly.

Fail 17 Jan 2022 28,212 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Wiper blades smearing screen slightly.

Pass 20 Jan 2021 25,644 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 20,691 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 12,227 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 9,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 6,038 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 5,117 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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SD56 SWD is a 2012 Aston Martin Vantage in Black with a 4,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 20,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SD56 SWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of SD56 SWD?

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What year was SD56 SWD registered?

SD56 SWD is a 2012 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is SD56 SWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD56 SWD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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