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MKX 1L

1972 Aston Martin V8

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,092 mi
Last recorded50,092 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKX 1L
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 50,092 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 48,737 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 48,617 miles

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

rear exhasust poorly supported

vehicle weighed in roller brake tester

Fail 11 Mar 2014 48,611 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

rear exhasust poorly supported

vehicle weighed in roller brake tester

Pass 15 Mar 2013 47,834 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 47,465 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 46,681 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 46,053 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 44,975 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 44,192 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 44,135 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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MKX 1L is a 1972 Aston Martin V8 in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MKX 1L, 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 MKX 1L registered?

MKX 1L is a 1972 Aston Martin V8, first registered on 6 October 1972.

Is MKX 1L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKX 1L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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