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VTE 820H

1970 Aston Martin DB6

Grey Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,842 mi
Last recorded41,842 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1970 Aston Martin DB650,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTE 820H
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB6
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 41,842 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 41,547 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 41,397 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) anchorage insecure (2.3.4a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear axle oil seal leaking on to brakes

Pass 24 Nov 2016 41,174 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 40,507 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 40,151 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN INNER STEERING RACK JOINTS

SMALL OIL LEAK FROM N/S/R HALF SHAFT OIL SEAL

Pass 26 Apr 2013 39,762 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 37,076 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 May 2008 34,098 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 83,581 miles

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB6?

Based on 5,945 MOT tests across 710 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
710
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
Steering rack gaiter split 62
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Headlamp aim too high 46
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VTE 820H is a 1970 Aston Martin DB6 in Grey with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1970 Aston Martin DB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 50,139 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 DB6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VTE 820H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Aston Martin DB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VTE 820H registered?

VTE 820H is a 1970 Aston Martin DB6, first registered on 26 February 1970.

Is VTE 820H safe to buy?

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