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XOO 7

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,642 mi
Last recorded80,642 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOO 7
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 80,642 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 80,618 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 80,579 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 80,527 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 80,441 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 80,321 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 80,259 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 80,259 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 80,138 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 80,060 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 80,060 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 79,972 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 79,831 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 79,667 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 79,555 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 79,279 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 79,163 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 79,000 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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XOO 7 is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XOO 7, 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 XOO 7 registered?

XOO 7 is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is XOO 7 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOO 7 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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