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RNV 241V

1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto

White Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,655 mi
Last recorded83,655 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto39,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNV 241V
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 83,655 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 83,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 83,358 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 82,271 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 81,879 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 81,438 miles

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

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

nearside rear and offside rear brakes binding

Pass 13 Mar 2014 81,413 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 81,381 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 81,367 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 81,151 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 80,861 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 80,318 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 80,161 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 79,837 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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RNV 241V is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto in White 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 RNV 241V, 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 RNV 241V registered?

RNV 241V is a 1979 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 20 September 1979.

Is RNV 241V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNV 241V 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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