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TGW 173X

1982 Aston Martin Vantage

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

66,542 mi
Last recorded66,542 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGW 173X
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 66,542 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (sill) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 66,347 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 66,110 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 65,598 miles

play in upper steering column.

Pass 9 Sep 2014 65,321 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 85,248 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 65,248 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 64,970 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 64,970 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 64,876 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 64,876 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 63,959 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 63,231 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 62,684 miles

both front upper arm joints weeping grease

front jacking points rusty and corroded

oil leak from possible rear main oil seal

slight uneven tyre wear to both front tyres on the inner edges

Fail 8 Aug 2007 62,221 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 62,221 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 61,074 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

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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TGW 173X is a 1982 Aston Martin Vantage in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 TGW 173X, 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 44 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TGW 173X registered?

TGW 173X is a 1982 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 24 February 1982.

Is TGW 173X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGW 173X shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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