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P491 RSX

1996 Aston Martin V8

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,567 mi
Last recorded12,567 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Aston Martin V869,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP491 RSX
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2018 12,567 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 12,322 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 12,195 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 11,031 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 10,669 miles

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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P491 RSX is a 1996 Aston Martin V8 in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Aston Martin V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 69,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P491 RSX, 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 30 years old, this Aston Martin V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P491 RSX registered?

P491 RSX is a 1996 Aston Martin V8, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P491 RSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P491 RSX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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