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UPP 26R

1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Black Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,245 mi
Last recorded65,245 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto59,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPP 26R
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 65,245 miles

Brake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 65,165 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 65,127 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 65,090 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 65,036 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 64,959 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 64,711 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 64,204 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 64,204 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 64,198 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 64,192 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

both rear tyre's starting to perish on sidewall's

Pass 17 Dec 2010 64,074 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 64,037 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 20 May 2009 63,276 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 63,264 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 62,937 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Auto?

Based on 4,565 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Stop lamp not working 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 62
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UPP 26R is a 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Black with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 59,087 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPP 26R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 49 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UPP 26R registered?

UPP 26R is a 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is UPP 26R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPP 26R 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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