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E455 WCL

1988 Aston Martin Vantage

Black Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,801 mi
Last recorded12,801 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Aston Martin Vantage30,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE455 WCL
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2025 12,801 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 12,791 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 12,783 miles

all tyres getting worn

damp pas rack area

Pass 12 May 2011 12,764 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

minor play n/s lower susp.n joint

all tyres aged

Pass 27 Nov 2010 12,747 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 12,745 miles

Tyres getting worn

Pass 29 Nov 2008 12,743 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 11,977 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 11,967 miles

both front tyres 2mm

l/h engine mtg. broken

minor damp n/s s.rack area

sill covers/undertrays restricting inspection

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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E455 WCL is a 1988 Aston Martin Vantage in Black with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 30,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E455 WCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E455 WCL registered?

E455 WCL is a 1988 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E455 WCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E455 WCL shows 9 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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