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WYB 40G

1968 Aston Martin Dbs

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

76,052 mi
Last recorded76,052 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1968 Aston Martin Dbs60,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYB 40G
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 76,052 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 75,551 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 75,501 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 75,284 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 75,135 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 75,133 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2020 75,027 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 74,216 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 72,880 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 72,694 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 70,847 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 70,183 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 68,545 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 67,500 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 67,500 miles

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 67,361 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 65,316 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 65,149 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 65,149 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 62,945 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Dbs?

Based on 18,001 MOT tests across 2,342 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
923
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Stop lamp not working 64
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WYB 40G is a 1968 Aston Martin Dbs in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1968 Aston Martin Dbs models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 60,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Dbs fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WYB 40G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Dbs typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 58 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WYB 40G registered?

WYB 40G is a 1968 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 8 August 1968.

Is WYB 40G safe to buy?

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