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VV12 AML

2012 Aston Martin Vantage

Black Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,068 mi
Last recorded33,068 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Aston Martin Vantage20,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVV12 AML
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 33,068 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 32,216 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 30,859 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 28,464 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 25,703 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 24,525 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 24,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 22,144 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 19,144 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 14,664 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 10,585 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output condensation (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 8,042 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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VV12 AML is a 2012 Aston Martin Vantage in Black with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 20,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VV12 AML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VV12 AML registered?

VV12 AML is a 2012 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is VV12 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for VV12 AML 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.

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