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V8 XMV

2005 Aston Martin Vantage

Black Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

58,743 mi
Last recorded58,743 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Aston Martin Vantage38,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 XMV
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 58,743 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2025 58,741 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 54,664 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 48,893 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 44,290 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 39,917 miles

both front tyres are worn and perished

windscreen wipers are worn

Pass 4 Sep 2020 37,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 35,786 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 34,887 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 32,603 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 28,917 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 26,755 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 25,253 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 25,197 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 23,152 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 23,147 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine malfunction lamp illuminated

Pass 12 Apr 2012 20,660 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 19,689 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 17,315 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 14,470 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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V8 XMV is a 2005 Aston Martin Vantage in Black with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 38,441 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V8 XMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V8 XMV registered?

V8 XMV is a 2005 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is V8 XMV safe to buy?

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