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259 RBM

1987 Aston Martin Vantage

Grey Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

14,534 mi
Last recorded14,534 miles
Recorded on30 May 2006
Typical for 1987 Aston Martin Vantage36,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration259 RBM
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 May 2006 14,534 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Steering rack pinion oil seal leaking

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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259 RBM is a 1987 Aston Martin Vantage in Grey with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1987 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 36,686 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 259 RBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 259 RBM registered?

259 RBM is a 1987 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is 259 RBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 259 RBM shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 259 RBM have outstanding finance?

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