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DWR 987W

1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,214 mi
Last recorded40,214 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2010
Typical for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto67,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWR 987W
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2010 40,214 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 38,627 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 36,725 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Auto?

Based on 4,565 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Stop lamp not working 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 62
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DWR 987W is a 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 67,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DWR 987W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 45 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DWR 987W registered?

DWR 987W is a 1981 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is DWR 987W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWR 987W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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