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WA61 LXS

2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Black Petrol 4735cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

43,267 mi
Last recorded43,267 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage23,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA61 LXS
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,735cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2026 43,267 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Not repairable

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 39,934 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 39,929 miles

Offside Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 36,093 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished through tread groove (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished through tread groove (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 36,092 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished through tread groove (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished through tread groove (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 33,964 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 29,645 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 26,144 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 26,143 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre both sides

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 21,474 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 16,332 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 16,056 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides , marginal. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 11,204 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 9,223 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 6,811 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 3,289 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 2,757 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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WA61 LXS is a 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Black with a 4,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 23,887 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA61 LXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 15 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA61 LXS registered?

WA61 LXS is a 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 12 December 2011.

Is WA61 LXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA61 LXS shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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