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S55 AMV

1998 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Grey Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,747 mi
Last recorded30,747 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 AMV
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 30,747 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 35,346 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 34,759 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 34,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 May 2012 34,557 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 34,235 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 32,821 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 31,268 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 29,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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S55 AMV is a 1998 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Grey with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S55 AMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 28 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S55 AMV?

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What year was S55 AMV registered?

S55 AMV is a 1998 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S55 AMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 AMV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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