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VX12 FAM

2012 Aston Martin DB9

Black Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,905 mi
Last recorded45,905 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Aston Martin DB925,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX12 FAM
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB9
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 45,905 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 45,903 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 May 2025 44,955 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 43,113 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 41,185 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 39,704 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 39,519 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 38,193 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 37,729 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 36,872 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 35,743 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 30,576 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 30,409 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 20,208 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB9?

Based on 83,149 MOT tests across 5,749 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,403
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
5,749
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 649
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 560
coil spring broken 293
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 291
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 290
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VX12 FAM is a 2012 Aston Martin DB9 in Black with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Aston Martin DB9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 25,645 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB9 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX12 FAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB9 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Aston Martin DB9 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX12 FAM registered?

VX12 FAM is a 2012 Aston Martin DB9, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is VX12 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX12 FAM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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