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UFO 5

1987 Aston Martin DB5

Silver Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,848 mi
Last recorded1,848 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFO 5
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2025 1,848 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 1,819 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 1,731 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 1,519 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 1,516 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 1,512 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 1,471 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 1,164 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 979 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 579 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 10 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 92,064 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres and o/s/f tyre starting to perish

Pass 24 Sep 2008 92,040 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 92,021 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 91,996 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB5?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Stop lamp not working 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Headlamp aim too high 23
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UFO 5 is a 1987 Aston Martin DB5 in Silver with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UFO 5, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB5 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 39 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UFO 5?

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What year was UFO 5 registered?

UFO 5 is a 1987 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 4 June 1987.

Is UFO 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFO 5 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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