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FA57 JWM

2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver Petrol 4735cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

29,516 mi
Last recorded29,516 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage23,887 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA57 JWM
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,735cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 29,516 miles
Pass 13 May 2025
Pass 10 Mar 2025 27,361 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024
Pass 18 Mar 2024 25,647 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 25,647 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 24,308 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 23,956 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021
Pass 18 Mar 2021 22,109 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 19,980 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 19,979 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 17,882 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 12,334 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 11,198 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 9,794 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 4,901 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 5,609 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 4,729 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 4,687 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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FA57 JWM is a 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Silver with a 4,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 23,887 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA57 JWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 15 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA57 JWM registered?

FA57 JWM is a 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 26 April 2011.

Is FA57 JWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA57 JWM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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