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TVC 406J

1970 Aston Martin DB6

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,806 mi
Last recorded70,806 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1970 Aston Martin DB650,139 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVC 406J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB6
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 70,806 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 70,617 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 70,612 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 70,453 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 70,224 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 70,136 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 69,466 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 69,279 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 69,255 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 69,073 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 68,657 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 68,009 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 68,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 67,221 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 67,221 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 66,503 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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TVC 406J is a 1970 Aston Martin DB6 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 Aston Martin DB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 50,139 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 DB6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVC 406J, 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 56 years old, this Aston Martin DB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVC 406J?

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What year was TVC 406J registered?

TVC 406J is a 1970 Aston Martin DB6, first registered on 10 November 1970.

Is TVC 406J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVC 406J shows 16 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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