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VMS 550J

1971 Aston Martin Dbs

Red Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,894 mi
Last recorded63,894 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1971 Aston Martin Dbs56,367 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMS 550J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 63,894 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 59,575 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 58,170 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 55,245 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 53,977 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 53,967 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe flange (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 52,049 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 44,136 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 37,629 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 37,420 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 35,301 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 31,965 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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VMS 550J is a 1971 Aston Martin Dbs in Red with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 56,367 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 VMS 550J, 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 55 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of VMS 550J?

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What year was VMS 550J registered?

VMS 550J is a 1971 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is VMS 550J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMS 550J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMS 550J have outstanding finance?

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