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XDL 587

1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Grey Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,959 mi
Last recorded9,959 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto66,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDL 587
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 9,959 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 9,882 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 9,619 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 9,411 miles

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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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XDL 587 is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Grey with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 66,337 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 XDL 587, 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 48 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 XDL 587 registered?

XDL 587 is a 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is XDL 587 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDL 587 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDL 587 have outstanding finance?

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