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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Aston Martin V8 Auto. Check any V8 Auto by registration number below.

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91.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.7%

vs Aston Martin Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Aston Martin V8 Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Aston Martin V8 Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 91.9%, which is 1.7 percentage points below the Aston Martin brand average of 93.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the V8 Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Aston Martin V8 Auto, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Aston Martin V8 Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

1986

Based on 44 vehicles

86.4%Excellent
Aston Martin average: 93.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

16.7%

1984

Based on 31 vehicles

93.5%Excellent
Aston Martin average: 93.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.7%

1978

Based on 31 vehicles

96.8%Excellent
Aston Martin average: 93.7%

0

Based on 124 vehicles

91.1%Excellent
Aston Martin average: 93.7%
Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

4.5%

Other Aston Martin Models

Compare MOT reliability across Aston Martin models.

Aston Martin DB7

86.9% pass rate

Aston Martin V8 Volante

90.0% pass rate

Aston Martin Vanquish

92.6% pass rate

Aston Martin Vantage

94.2% pass rate

Aston Martin DB6

94.1% pass rate

Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto

99.2% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Aston Martin V8 Auto

Aston Martin V8 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Aston Martin V8 Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Aston Martin V8 Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Aston Martin V8 Auto is 91.9% compared to the Aston Martin average of 93.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Aston Martin V8 Auto?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Aston Martin V8 Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.9%, the Aston Martin V8 Auto is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Aston Martin V8 Auto?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Aston Martin V8 Auto?
Typical mileage for the Aston Martin V8 Auto: 48,710 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used V8 Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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