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HX55 BSU

2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

31,553 mi
Last recorded31,553 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage42,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 BSU
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 31,553 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 31,359 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 30,651 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 30,268 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 29,465 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 28,632 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 28,632 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 27,988 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 27,267 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 27,267 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 26,117 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearing excessive (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 25,825 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 25,616 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 25,380 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Dec 2014 25,372 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 24,584 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 23,452 miles

engine management light on

nearside front tyre getting low wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 14 Oct 2011 20,592 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 18,112 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 17,964 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 14,722 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 11,444 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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HX55 BSU is a 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Silver with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 42,824 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 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX55 BSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HX55 BSU?

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What year was HX55 BSU registered?

HX55 BSU is a 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is HX55 BSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX55 BSU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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