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VZ 1

2001 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Grey Petrol 5400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,936 mi
Last recorded7,936 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVZ 1
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 7,936 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 7,224 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 7,161 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 6,797 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 6,724 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 6,397 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 6,285 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 5,892 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 5,795 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 5,576 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 5,360 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 5,276 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 3,359 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 2,147 miles

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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VZ 1 is a 2001 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Grey with a 5,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VZ 1, 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 25 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VZ 1 registered?

VZ 1 is a 2001 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is VZ 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VZ 1 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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