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YSY 244

1979 Aston Martin DB4

Silver Petrol 3749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

3,097 mi
Last recorded3,097 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin DB447,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSY 244
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB4
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 3,097 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 1,441 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 1,389 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 1,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 1,316 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 1,277 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 1,267 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 1,258 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 1,137 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 1,136 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 1,002 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB4?

Based on 3,026 MOT tests across 387 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
354
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
387
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
parking brake recording little or no effort 40
Stop lamp not working 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
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YSY 244 is a 1979 Aston Martin DB4 in Silver with a 3,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 Aston Martin DB4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 47,755 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB4 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YSY 244, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB4 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 47 years old, this Aston Martin DB4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSY 244?

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What year was YSY 244 registered?

YSY 244 is a 1979 Aston Martin DB4, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is YSY 244 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSY 244 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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