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BML 985T

1979 Aston Martin V8

White Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,523 mi
Last recorded28,523 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V841,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBML 985T
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 28,523 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 27,485 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 26,919 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 25,520 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 25,519 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 19,040 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2009 19,040 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2008 168,821 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 16,810 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 14,622 miles

Slight play in the steering.

The o/s and n/s sills are rusty.

Pass 7 Nov 2006 12,110 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 12,110 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8?

Based on 2,433 MOT tests across 295 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 37
Stop lamp not working 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32
Direction indicator not working 26
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BML 985T is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 in White with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Aston Martin V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 41,736 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BML 985T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this Aston Martin V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BML 985T registered?

BML 985T is a 1979 Aston Martin V8, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is BML 985T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BML 985T shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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