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A18 TDN

1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

56,833 mi
Last recorded56,833 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante45,534 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 TDN
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 56,833 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 56,691 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 56,581 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 56,224 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 56,003 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 55,394 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 54,724 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 54,720 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 54,521 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight leak from steering rack area

Pass 5 May 2016 54,255 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 51,912 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 50,928 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 48,228 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 48,048 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 47,411 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 46,586 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 45,479 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 45,007 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 44,647 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 43,794 miles

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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A18 TDN is a 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 A18 TDN, 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 A18 TDN registered?

A18 TDN is a 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 12 June 1985.

Is A18 TDN safe to buy?

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