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VBH 202L

1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Grey Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,871 mi
Last recorded27,871 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto52,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBH 202L
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 27,871 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 27,864 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 27,627 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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VBH 202L is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Grey with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 52,961 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 VBH 202L, 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 53 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VBH 202L registered?

VBH 202L is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 14 June 1973.

Is VBH 202L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBH 202L shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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