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FUR 188B

1993 Aston Martin DB5

Silver Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,326 mi
Last recorded24,326 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUR 188B
MakeAston Martin
ModelDB5
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 24,326 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 20,134 miles

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

Steering rack rubber mount covered in engine oil

Pass 1 Sep 2017 13,226 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 9,682 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 9,648 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose inner handbrake pivot pin (3.5.1j)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 7,808 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 7,778 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2014 6,981 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 6,628 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 6,382 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 6,376 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 5,243 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 5,002 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 4,298 miles

Clutch slave cylinder leaking

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 15 Sep 2008 4,298 miles

Clutch slave cylinder leaking

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 3,394 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 2,309 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 1,817 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin DB5?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Stop lamp not working 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Headlamp aim too high 23
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FUR 188B is a 1993 Aston Martin DB5 in Silver with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Aston Martin DB5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FUR 188B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin DB5 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 33 years old, this Aston Martin DB5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FUR 188B registered?

FUR 188B is a 1993 Aston Martin DB5, first registered on 1 May 1993.

Is FUR 188B safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUR 188B shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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