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SJ08 ZMS

2008 Aston Martin Vantage

Black Petrol 4735cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,773 mi
Last recorded61,773 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin Vantage32,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 ZMS
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,735cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 61,773 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 57,127 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 33,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Jun 2023 33,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 45,999 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 35,507 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 19,541 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 19,452 miles

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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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SJ08 ZMS is a 2008 Aston Martin Vantage in Black with a 4,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 32,094 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ08 ZMS, 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 18 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SJ08 ZMS registered?

SJ08 ZMS is a 2008 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SJ08 ZMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 ZMS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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