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V505 KGX

1999 Aston Martin DB7

Green Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

48,535 mi
Last recorded48,535 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Aston Martin DB747,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV505 KGX
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB7
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 48,535 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 46,797 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 46,561 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 45,897 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 45,887 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 45,243 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 44,448 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 44,133 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 43,766 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 42,687 miles

Both rear tyres perishing.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Jul 2015 42,687 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing excessively worn (2.4.G.4d)

Both rear tyres perishing on outer edges.

Pass 24 Jul 2014 40,992 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 40,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

centre rear view mirror not fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2013 38,517 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 36,514 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre has age related cracks

o/s/r drive shaft into diff has play

Pass 21 Jul 2011 34,299 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 31,910 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake disks corroded

rear rubber bushers starting to deteriorated

Fail 5 Jun 2009 30,179 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 30,179 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 May 2008 27,068 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 May 2008 27,068 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,682 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 18,890 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB7?

Based on 55,755 MOT tests across 3,227 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
894
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 592
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 489
parking brake recording little or no effort 416
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 404
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 390
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V505 KGX is a 1999 Aston Martin DB7 in Green with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1999 Aston Martin DB7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 47,520 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 DB7 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V505 KGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB7 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Aston Martin DB7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V505 KGX registered?

V505 KGX is a 1999 Aston Martin DB7, first registered on 10 December 1999.

Is V505 KGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V505 KGX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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