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VDF 505J

1970 Aston Martin DB6

Silver Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,038 mi
Last recorded99,038 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 1970 Aston Martin DB650,139 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDF 505J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB6
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 99,038 miles

Nearside Front out rigger has slight corrosion

Nearside Outer sill panel has slight corrosion outwith prescribed areas

Nearside Outer sill panel has slight corrosion outwith prescribed areas

slight fluid leaks an nearside and offside rear hubs

Pass 5 Dec 2015 98,460 miles

Both sills slightly corroded

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 98,168 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 97,844 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 97,542 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Slight oil leak from right hand side of engine

Pass 1 Dec 2011 97,165 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 97,165 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 96,707 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 96,274 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 96,274 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 95,398 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 95,250 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 94,920 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 94,410 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2005 94,410 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB6?

Based on 5,945 MOT tests across 710 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
710
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
Steering rack gaiter split 62
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Headlamp aim too high 46
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VDF 505J is a 1970 Aston Martin DB6 in Silver with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Aston Martin DB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 50,139 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 DB6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VDF 505J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Aston Martin DB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VDF 505J registered?

VDF 505J is a 1970 Aston Martin DB6, first registered on 14 August 1970.

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