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VDF 444J

1970 Aston Martin Dbs

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,972 mi
Last recorded79,972 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1970 Aston Martin Dbs57,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDF 444J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 79,972 miles

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From master cylinder to reservoir (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 79,512 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 78,100 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 75,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2017 75,518 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 75,025 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 73,708 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 72,970 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 72,891 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 72,863 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 72,797 miles

Handbrake pads wearing thin

Pass 29 Jun 2011 72,791 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 72,761 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 72,721 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 72,721 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 72,686 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 72,682 miles

Steering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 72,527 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Dbs?

Based on 18,001 MOT tests across 2,342 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
923
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Stop lamp not working 64
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VDF 444J is a 1970 Aston Martin Dbs in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 57,668 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Dbs fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VDF 444J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Dbs typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VDF 444J registered?

VDF 444J is a 1970 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 10 August 1970.

Is VDF 444J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDF 444J shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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