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XPA 6K

1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,884 mi
Last recorded64,884 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante30,255 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPA 6K
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 64,884 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 64,666 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 64,549 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 64,382 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 64,083 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 62,949 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 60,584 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 57,006 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 56,806 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 56,657 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 56,641 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 56,543 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 54,525 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 50,104 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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XPA 6K is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 30,255 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPA 6K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 38 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPA 6K registered?

XPA 6K is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is XPA 6K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPA 6K shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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