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A8 VTG

1990 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Red Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,352 mi
Last recorded24,352 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 1990 Aston Martin V8 Volante11,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VTG
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 24,352 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 24,153 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 23,775 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 22,896 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 22,306 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 29 May 2009 22,024 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 22,024 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 21,495 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 20,283 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 18,778 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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A8 VTG is a 1990 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Red with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1990 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 11,603 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 V8 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 VTG, 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 36 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A8 VTG registered?

A8 VTG is a 1990 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 28 August 1990.

Is A8 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VTG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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