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KWR 282V

1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,734 mi
Last recorded91,734 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto39,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWR 282V
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 91,734 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 90,777 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 89,395 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 88,309 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 88,309 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 87,119 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 867,800 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 86,797 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 86,171 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 85,406 miles

slight dampness around pas pump and rack

slight play / noise in power steering

Pass 26 Aug 2010 84,707 miles

dampness around power steering pump & rack

surface rust on inner wings under bonnet

Pass 14 Oct 2009 84,212 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 82,351 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 81,670 miles

Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

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

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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KWR 282V is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 39,102 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 KWR 282V, 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 47 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 KWR 282V registered?

KWR 282V is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is KWR 282V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWR 282V shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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