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VEW 691S

1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto

White Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,445 mi
Last recorded67,445 miles
Recorded on21 May 2010
Typical for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto59,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEW 691S
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2010 67,445 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 67,443 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2009 66,884 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 66,234 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 66,234 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 62,661 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 60,855 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 60,855 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)

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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VEW 691S is a 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto in White with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 59,087 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 V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VEW 691S, 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 49 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VEW 691S?

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What year was VEW 691S registered?

VEW 691S is a 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 8 September 1977.

Is VEW 691S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEW 691S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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