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SOL 968M

1974 Aston Martin V8

Blue Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,476 mi
Last recorded16,476 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 1974 Aston Martin V851,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOL 968M
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 16,476 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 16,100 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 15,875 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 15,562 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 14,766 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 14,029 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 14,023 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 13,593 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 13,576 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 13,493 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 13,255 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 1,870 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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SOL 968M is a 1974 Aston Martin V8 in Blue with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1974 Aston Martin V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 51,866 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 SOL 968M, 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 52 years old, this Aston Martin V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SOL 968M?

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What year was SOL 968M registered?

SOL 968M is a 1974 Aston Martin V8, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is SOL 968M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOL 968M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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