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A462 YGJ

1983 Aston Martin Vantage

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

12,858 mi
Last recorded12,858 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Aston Martin Vantage34,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA462 YGJ
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 12,858 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 12,112 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 12,112 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 11,508 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 9,906 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 9,154 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 8,973 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 8,392 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2015 8,215 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2014 5,634 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 May 2011 95,873 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 94,302 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 93,074 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 91,523 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 90,170 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 87,621 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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A462 YGJ is a 1983 Aston Martin Vantage in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 A462 YGJ, 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 A462 YGJ registered?

A462 YGJ is a 1983 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A462 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A462 YGJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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