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YAY 111J

1971 Aston Martin DB5

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,842 mi
Last recorded96,842 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAY 111J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 96,842 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 96,791 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 95,833 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 95,831 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB5?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Stop lamp not working 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Headlamp aim too high 23
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YAY 111J is a 1971 Aston Martin DB5 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YAY 111J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB5 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YAY 111J registered?

YAY 111J is a 1971 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 25 March 1971.

Is YAY 111J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAY 111J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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