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BOP 1C

1983 Aston Martin DB5

Grey Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,367 mi
Last recorded45,367 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOP 1C
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 45,367 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 43,912 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 41,458 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 39,075 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 38,223 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 37,618 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 37,603 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc contaminated axle oil (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission outer hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 35,151 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 34,270 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 32,346 miles

slight delay in on first application of brake pedal.

Pass 18 Sep 2014 31,870 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 28,080 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 22,172 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 20,450 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 16,926 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 13,489 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 9,688 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB5?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Stop lamp not working 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Headlamp aim too high 23
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BOP 1C is a 1983 Aston Martin DB5 in Grey with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BOP 1C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB5 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 43 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BOP 1C?

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What year was BOP 1C registered?

BOP 1C is a 1983 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 4 October 1983.

Is BOP 1C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOP 1C shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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