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USU 978

1952 Aston Martin DB2

Black Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,409 mi
Last recorded10,409 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 1952 Aston Martin DB242,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 978
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB2
Year1952
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 10,409 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 10,157 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 9,895 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 9,467 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 9,467 miles

Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 8,890 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 8,890 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB2?

Based on 858 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
354
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
brake binding 17
parking brake recording little or no effort 11
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions 8
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USU 978 is a 1952 Aston Martin DB2 in Black with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1952 Aston Martin DB2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.5% with a typical mileage of 42,148 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 DB2 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying USU 978, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB2 typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 74 years old, this Aston Martin DB2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of USU 978?

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What year was USU 978 registered?

USU 978 is a 1952 Aston Martin DB2, first registered on 30 December 1952.

Is USU 978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 978 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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