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LBK 8

1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,547 mi
Last recorded11,547 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto39,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBK 8
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 11,547 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 10,993 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 10,709 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 10,639 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 9,693 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 9,438 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 8,886 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 7,843 miles

slight movement in nearside front lower swivel.

Pass 13 May 2011 7,817 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 7,817 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2009 7,747 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 7,594 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 7,010 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 6,840 miles

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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LBK 8 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 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LBK 8, 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 LBK 8 registered?

LBK 8 is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is LBK 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBK 8 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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