CarVerify

Free Car Check

F863 OYR

1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante

Blue Petrol 5340cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,482 mi
Last recorded19,482 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante30,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Aston Martin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF863 OYR
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Volante
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
View full Aston Martin V8 Volante reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 19,482 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 19,474 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 19,382 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 18,958 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 18,733 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 18,575 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 17,793 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 14,026 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 13,857 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 13,765 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Slight play in UJ connecting steering shaft to steering rack,.

Pass 5 Mar 2012 13,298 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 12,850 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 12,606 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 12,606 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 11,967 miles

stored car.

Pass 22 Sep 2007 11,930 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 10,720 miles

oil cooler flexi pipe worn through to metal †braiding

Pass 12 Oct 2005 9,744 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Volante?

Based on 4,674 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Stop lamp not working 29
Full Aston Martin V8 Volante reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F863 OYR is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 30,255 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 Volante fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F863 OYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Volante typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 38 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Volante is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F863 OYR?

You can check the full history of F863 OYR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F863 OYR registered?

F863 OYR is a 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante, first registered on 15 November 1988.

Is F863 OYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F863 OYR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F863 OYR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F863 OYR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.