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RPA 984L

1973 Aston Martin Vantage

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,409 mi
Last recorded16,409 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 1973 Aston Martin Vantage54,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPA 984L
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2016 16,409 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both sides (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 16,386 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 15,979 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 15,512 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 14,717 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 14,227 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 13,446 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 12,585 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 11,780 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin Vantage?

Based on 50,565 MOT tests across 5,873 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,485
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
position lamp(s) not working 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
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RPA 984L is a 1973 Aston Martin Vantage in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 54,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RPA 984L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 53 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RPA 984L registered?

RPA 984L is a 1973 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 27 April 1973.

Is RPA 984L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPA 984L shows 9 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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