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A9 VBV

2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,405 mi
Last recorded43,405 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage25,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 VBV
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 43,405 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2026 43,373 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 40,327 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 37,736 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 37,736 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 35,962 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 32,597 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 31,677 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 31,226 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 30,441 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 29,507 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 28,432 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 27,286 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 26,674 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 23,818 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 23,818 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 16,148 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 5,543 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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A9 VBV is a 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 25,947 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A9 VBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A9 VBV registered?

A9 VBV is a 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is A9 VBV safe to buy?

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