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UJD 8S

1978 Aston Martin V8

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

3,773 mi
Last recorded3,773 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V848,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJD 8S
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 3,773 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 3,772 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 3,265 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 2,550 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 1,895 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 1,605 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 214 miles

parking brake minimum performance

Pass 27 Apr 2017 99,530 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 98,653 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 97,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 97,048 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 95,993 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 95,520 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 94,920 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Apr 2010 94,186 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 93,737 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 93,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 92,848 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 91,785 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 91,480 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8?

Based on 2,433 MOT tests across 295 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 37
Stop lamp not working 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32
Direction indicator not working 26
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UJD 8S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1978 Aston Martin V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 48,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UJD 8S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Aston Martin V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UJD 8S registered?

UJD 8S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is UJD 8S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJD 8S shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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