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HGX 4V

1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,185 mi
Last recorded50,185 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto35,537 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGX 4V
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 50,185 miles

play top of steering colum.

slight play in both track rod ends.

Fail 12 Aug 2010 50,185 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

play top of steering colum.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play in both track rod ends.

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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HGX 4V is a 1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 35,537 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 HGX 4V, 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 46 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HGX 4V registered?

HGX 4V is a 1980 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is HGX 4V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGX 4V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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