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EGC 1T

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

85,345 mi
Last recorded85,345 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGC 1T
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 85,345 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 84,435 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 84,435 miles

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 84,095 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Feb 2011 84,095 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2009 83,865 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 82,576 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 82,576 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 81,848 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

n/s/r tyre tread on 1.6mm

slight brake bind to both rear

Pass 24 Jul 2006 81,501 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 81,501 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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EGC 1T is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 66,337 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 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EGC 1T, 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 48 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGC 1T?

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What year was EGC 1T registered?

EGC 1T is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 25 October 1978.

Is EGC 1T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGC 1T shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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