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20 GBT

1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,360 mi
Last recorded10,360 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante45,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration20 GBT
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 10,360 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 10,330 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 10,250 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 10,198 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 100,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 10,020 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 9,796 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 9,725 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 9,725 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
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20 GBT is a 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 45,534 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 20 GBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 20 GBT registered?

20 GBT is a 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is 20 GBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 20 GBT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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