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A31 FPT

1983 Aston Martin Vantage

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

13,889 mi
Last recorded13,889 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 1983 Aston Martin Vantage34,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA31 FPT
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 13,889 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 13,829 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 13,483 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 13,114 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 13,112 miles

Brake performance not tested no fuel (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested no fuel (7.3.A.1)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 13,506 miles

slight smoking from exhaust

Pass 7 Aug 2015 12,579 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 11,673 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 11,673 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 May 2013 10,719 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 10,086 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 10,084 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Fail 21 May 2011 8,843 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 8,843 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 8,189 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 8,189 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2009 7,602 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 6,901 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 4,959 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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A31 FPT is a 1983 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 73.7%.

Across all 1983 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 34,542 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 A31 FPT, 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 43 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 A31 FPT registered?

A31 FPT is a 1983 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 10 November 1983.

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The MOT history for A31 FPT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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