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EMH 396J

1971 Aston Martin DB6

Grey Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,190 mi
Last recorded15,190 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 1971 Aston Martin DB654,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMH 396J
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB6
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 15,190 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 12,437 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 11,713 miles

parking brake efficiency just meet

Pass 31 Aug 2017 11,456 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 11,456 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 10,913 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 10,258 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 10,053 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 9,862 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 9,556 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 9,501 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 9,405 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 8,782 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB6?

Based on 5,945 MOT tests across 710 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
710
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
Steering rack gaiter split 62
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Headlamp aim too high 46
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EMH 396J is a 1971 Aston Martin DB6 in Grey with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 Aston Martin DB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 54,026 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 DB6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMH 396J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Aston Martin DB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EMH 396J registered?

EMH 396J is a 1971 Aston Martin DB6, first registered on 22 January 1971.

Is EMH 396J safe to buy?

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