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VSU 940

1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Black Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,907 mi
Last recorded23,907 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante22,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSU 940
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 23,907 miles

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

Central Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Coolant leak ()

Front Oil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack pinion (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 23,358 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp all (4.2.3 (c))

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

general under body corrosion

Pass 1 Nov 2021 23,048 miles

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

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

general under body corrosion

Pass 7 Oct 2020 22,878 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 22,613 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 22,456 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 22,185 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 21,947 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 21,659 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 21,312 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 20,957 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 20,812 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

osr brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Aug 2011 20,704 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 20,499 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,239 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 20,204 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 19,818 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 19,802 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Upper Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 19,566 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 19,566 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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VSU 940 is a 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Black with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 22,565 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 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSU 940, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 37 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VSU 940 registered?

VSU 940 is a 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 9 April 1989.

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