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WA57 VEU

2008 Aston Martin DB9

Black Petrol 5935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,016 mi
Last recorded101,016 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Aston Martin DB928,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA57 VEU
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB9
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,935cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 101,016 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 100,858 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing brake pad retaining spring (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edge

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 95,258 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 85,219 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 71,150 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 71,134 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 55,932 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 42,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2011 27,188 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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WA57 VEU is a 2008 Aston Martin DB9 in Black with a 5,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Aston Martin DB9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 28,041 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 DB9 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA57 VEU, 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 18 years old, this Aston Martin DB9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA57 VEU registered?

WA57 VEU is a 2008 Aston Martin DB9, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is WA57 VEU safe to buy?

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