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VPP 499N

1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,249 mi
Last recorded63,249 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto53,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPP 499N
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 63,249 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 63,218 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 63,218 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 63,173 miles

slight brake bind offside front

slight oil leaks

Pass 27 Jun 2014 63,026 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

headlamp beam images poor

Pass 18 May 2013 62,939 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 61,939 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2011 61,892 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 61,892 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2010 61,600 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

extensive welding carried out to vehicle

no rear seats fitted at time of test and rear belts not fully fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2009 61,245 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 61,245 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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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VPP 499N is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 53,644 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 VPP 499N, 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 52 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VPP 499N registered?

VPP 499N is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 27 September 1974.

Is VPP 499N safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPP 499N shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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