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RMS 419

1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Gold Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

82,996 mi
Last recorded82,996 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto39,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMS 419
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 82,996 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 80,210 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 78,784 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 77,769 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 77,518 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 77,405 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 76,414 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 74,659 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 74,170 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 71,793 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 71,600 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 71,047 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 71,020 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

power steering fluid leaking from split gaiter.

suspect engine misfire.

Pass 5 Sep 2006 69,935 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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RMS 419 is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Gold 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 RMS 419, 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 RMS 419 registered?

RMS 419 is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 7 March 1979.

Is RMS 419 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMS 419 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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