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YHX 720T

1978 Aston Martin Vantage

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

79,526 mi
Last recorded79,526 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Aston Martin Vantage64,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHX 720T
MakeAston Martin
ModelVantage
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 79,526 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 78,806 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 77,765 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 77,485 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 76,508 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 75,644 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 74,659 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 74,183 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 73,221 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 73,221 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 72,384 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 70,891 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 69,453 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 68,660 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 67,567 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 65,121 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 61,679 miles

slight leak from steering rack pinion seal

Pass 12 May 2008 60,087 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 57,874 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 50,596 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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YHX 720T is a 1978 Aston Martin Vantage in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1978 Aston Martin Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 64,651 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YHX 720T, 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 48 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YHX 720T registered?

YHX 720T is a 1978 Aston Martin Vantage, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is YHX 720T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHX 720T shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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