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FUE 165M

1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,060 mi
Last recorded57,060 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto53,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUE 165M
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 57,060 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 56,089 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 55,679 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 55,406 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 55,126 miles

Water leak from rad/metal water pipe

Pass 16 May 2013 54,547 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight weep on nearside rear suspension unit.

Pass 6 Jun 2012 53,979 miles

Offside front wheel bearing has a slight noise

Pass 26 May 2011 53,425 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 23 May 2008 51,101 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 51,101 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 50,044 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight corrosion in all inner archs.

Fail 1 Jun 2007 50,044 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight corrosion in all inner archs.

Pass 26 May 2006 49,102 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s mirror slightly loose.

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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FUE 165M is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 53,644 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 FUE 165M, 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 52 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FUE 165M registered?

FUE 165M is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is FUE 165M safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUE 165M shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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