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SEA 61E

1998 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

30,311 mi
Last recorded30,311 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Aston Martin V8 Volante16,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEA 61E
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 30,311 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 30,219 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyre have rubber cracked and perished tyres over 20 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 30,219 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyre have rubber cracked and perished tyres over 20 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 30,051 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL Tyres Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 29,699 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 29,499 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 29,107 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 28,688 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 28,361 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 28,064 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 27,412 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 27,101 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 26,704 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 26,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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

front axle tread getting low

oil leaks underside

Pass 25 Oct 2010 26,060 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 25,839 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 25,639 miles

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

n earsde front tyre wearing on edge of tread

Pass 27 Sep 2007 24,942 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 24,031 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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SEA 61E is a 1998 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 16,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SEA 61E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SEA 61E?

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What year was SEA 61E registered?

SEA 61E is a 1998 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is SEA 61E safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEA 61E shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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