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WEB 8R

1987 Aston Martin Vantage

Maroon Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,700 mi
Last recorded71,700 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1987 Aston Martin Vantage36,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEB 8R
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 71,700 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 68,093 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 66,940 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 66,870 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 63,557 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 62,511 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 62,401 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 61,768 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 60,659 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 60,004 miles

Offside headlamp does not have much image to measure

Wire locking on both 4:1 exhaust collectors deteriorated

Fail 12 May 2009 59,972 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside headlamp does not have much image to measure

Wire locking on both 4:1 exhaust collectors deteriorated

Pass 2 May 2008 59,057 miles

emissions on retest: CO 3.39%; HC 1096ppm

slight corrosion o/s bulkhead by steering column

slight engine/gearbox oil leaks

Fail 30 Apr 2008 59,057 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

slight corrosion o/s bulkhead by steering column

slight engine/gearbox oil leaks

Pass 16 May 2007 57,913 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 56,416 miles

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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WEB 8R is a 1987 Aston Martin Vantage in Maroon with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1987 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 36,686 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WEB 8R, 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 39 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WEB 8R is a 1987 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 13 February 1987.

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