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FRU 258L

1973 Aston Martin V8

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,450 mi
Last recorded72,450 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1973 Aston Martin V839,727 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRU 258L
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 72,450 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 72,346 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 71,638 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 71,626 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8?

Based on 2,433 MOT tests across 295 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 37
Stop lamp not working 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32
Direction indicator not working 26
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FRU 258L is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Aston Martin V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 39,727 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRU 258L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Aston Martin V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FRU 258L?

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What year was FRU 258L registered?

FRU 258L is a 1973 Aston Martin V8, first registered on 17 April 1973.

Is FRU 258L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRU 258L shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FRU 258L have outstanding finance?

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