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SS 8820

1966 Aston Martin DB6

Maroon Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,934 mi
Last recorded15,934 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1966 Aston Martin DB651,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSS 8820
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB6
Year1966
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 15,934 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 15,782 miles

slight play both front wheel bearings

Pass 18 Mar 2016 15,452 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 14,925 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 14,513 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 13,867 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play n/s lower swivel

Pass 8 Mar 2012 13,329 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 7,482 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 6,705 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 6,679 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 4,151 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB6?

Based on 5,945 MOT tests across 710 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
710
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
Steering rack gaiter split 62
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Headlamp aim too high 46
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SS 8820 is a 1966 Aston Martin DB6 in Maroon with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1966 Aston Martin DB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 51,033 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SS 8820, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 60 years old, this Aston Martin DB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SS 8820 registered?

SS 8820 is a 1966 Aston Martin DB6, first registered on 8 March 1966.

Is SS 8820 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SS 8820 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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