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WYS 333S

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Green Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

57,068 mi
Last recorded57,068 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYS 333S
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 57,068 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 56,893 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 56,686 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 56,626 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight leak from steering rack neck

Pass 24 Mar 2022 56,569 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 56,455 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 56,455 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2020 56,400 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 56,318 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 56,153 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 56,106 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 56,077 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 56,030 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 56,014 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 55,740 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 55,588 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 55,569 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 55,133 miles

fog light not working

Pass 24 Feb 2010 54,795 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 54,795 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 54,357 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 53,854 miles

slight play in top steering downshaft u/j

Pass 6 Nov 2006 53,371 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Auto?

Based on 4,565 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Stop lamp not working 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 62
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WYS 333S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Green with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 66,337 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WYS 333S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 48 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WYS 333S registered?

WYS 333S is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 19 May 1978.

Is WYS 333S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYS 333S shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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