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XYY 140M

1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,102 mi
Last recorded80,102 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto53,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYY 140M
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2025 80,102 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 79,908 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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XYY 140M is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 53,644 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 XYY 140M, 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 52 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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XYY 140M is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 16 May 1974.

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