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A242 HPE

1984 Aston Martin Vantage

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

39,644 mi
Last recorded39,644 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1984 Aston Martin Vantage50,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA242 HPE
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 39,644 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 39,398 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 38,988 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 38,374 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 38,230 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 38,137 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 37,959 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 37,899 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 37,677 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 37,300 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 36,660 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 36,370 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 36,368 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 35,592 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 35,243 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 33,967 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 33,967 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 33,932 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 33,753 miles

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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A242 HPE is a 1984 Aston Martin Vantage in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1984 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 50,099 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A242 HPE, 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 42 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 A242 HPE registered?

A242 HPE is a 1984 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A242 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A242 HPE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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