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VEN 244

2006 Aston Martin DB5

Blue Petrol 3955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,019 mi
Last recorded2,019 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEN 244
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 2,019 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2019 2,014 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 2,009 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 1,966 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 1,939 miles

both rear suspension arms fouling rear coil springs

Fail 7 Jul 2016 1,937 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear suspension arms fouling rear coil springs

Pass 5 Jun 2015 1,897 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 1,868 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 1,866 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 1,789 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 1,685 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 1,597 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 1,490 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 1,409 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 1,408 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 1,199 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 1,051 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 3 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB5?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Stop lamp not working 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Headlamp aim too high 23
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VEN 244 is a 2006 Aston Martin DB5 in Blue with a 3,955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VEN 244, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB5 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 20 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VEN 244 registered?

VEN 244 is a 2006 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is VEN 244 safe to buy?

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