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YRP 329W

1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

88,283 mi
Last recorded88,283 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto67,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 329W
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 88,283 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2015 87,483 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 85,482 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 84,569 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 83,941 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 80,872 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 78,469 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 74,264 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 70,636 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 70,636 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 68,947 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 68,790 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 68,190 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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YRP 329W is a 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 67,549 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 YRP 329W, 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 45 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 YRP 329W registered?

YRP 329W is a 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 18 March 1981.

Is YRP 329W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 329W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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