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YWD 588X

1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

56,064 mi
Last recorded56,064 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto67,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWD 588X
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 56,064 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 54,885 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 54,874 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 54,428 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 54,428 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 53,606 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 53,593 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 52,370 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 51,666 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 50,398 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 48,787 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 47,009 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 45,559 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 42,809 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 39,966 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 39,953 miles

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

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 37,216 miles

tested in wet conditions

Fail 11 Nov 2010 37,216 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

tested in wet conditions

Pass 6 Nov 2009 35,854 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 34,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

washers poor

Fail 17 Oct 2008 34,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

washers poor

Pass 28 Jun 2007 31,595 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 21,587 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 29,791 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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YWD 588X is a 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YWD 588X, 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 YWD 588X registered?

YWD 588X is a 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 20 August 1981.

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The MOT history for YWD 588X shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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