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TAM 721

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

43,788 mi
Last recorded43,788 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage27,917 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAM 721
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 43,788 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 43,788 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 42,782 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2024 42,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Severe cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 41,655 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished & worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 40,313 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 38,442 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 36,123 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 34,943 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 34,220 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 31,816 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 28,194 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 21,777 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 15,172 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 17 Jun 2014 10,898 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 10,696 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 10,365 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 10,285 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 9,374 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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TAM 721 is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Silver with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 27,917 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 V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAM 721, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAM 721 registered?

TAM 721 is a 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is TAM 721 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAM 721 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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