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THW 385M

1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,908 mi
Last recorded77,908 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto52,961 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHW 385M
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2017 77,908 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 77,900 miles

front tyres splitting

Pass 4 Jun 2015 77,760 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 77,498 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 77,214 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 76,897 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 76,585 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 76,332 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 75,841 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 75,528 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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THW 385M is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 52,961 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 THW 385M, 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 53 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 THW 385M registered?

THW 385M is a 1973 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 16 November 1973.

Is THW 385M safe to buy?

The MOT history for THW 385M shows 10 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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