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SOE 789M

1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

76,619 mi
Last recorded76,619 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto53,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOE 789M
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 76,619 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 76,619 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 76,423 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 76,357 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 76,208 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 76,124 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 76,066 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 75,882 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 75,874 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 75,867 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 75,680 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 75,419 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 75,222 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 75,038 miles

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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SOE 789M is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 53,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SOE 789M, 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 52 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 SOE 789M registered?

SOE 789M is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 24 May 1974.

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