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88 AV

1989 Aston Martin Dbs

Green Petrol 6000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,864 mi
Last recorded35,864 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

Registration88 AV
MakeAston Martin
ModelDbs
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 35,864 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 35,418 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 35,364 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 35,343 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 35,323 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 35,247 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 34,877 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 34,182 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 33,894 miles

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 33,894 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 33,344 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 33,344 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 32,642 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 31,978 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 30,693 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 May 2009 30,693 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 30,640 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 29,279 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 28,699 miles

slight oil leak from engine area

Pass 18 May 2006 26,707 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Dbs?

Based on 18,001 MOT tests across 2,342 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
923
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Stop lamp not working 64
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88 AV is a 1989 Aston Martin Dbs in Green with a 6,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Dbs fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 88 AV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Dbs typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 37 years old, this Aston Martin Dbs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of 88 AV?

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What year was 88 AV registered?

88 AV is a 1989 Aston Martin Dbs, first registered on 13 January 1989.

Is 88 AV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 88 AV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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