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GRA 679

1972 Aston Martin V8

Red Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120 mi
Last recorded120 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRA 679
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2009 120 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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GRA 679 is a 1972 Aston Martin V8 in Red with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GRA 679, 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 54 years old, this Aston Martin V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GRA 679 registered?

GRA 679 is a 1972 Aston Martin V8, first registered on 21 November 1972.

Is GRA 679 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRA 679 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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