Aston Martin V8 Vantage MOT Check

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

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93.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.1%

vs Aston Martin Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Aston Martin V8 Vantage — MOT Reliability Overview

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage has an average MOT pass rate of 93.8%, which is 0.1 percentage points above the Aston Martin brand average of 93.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the V8 Vantage is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Aston Martin V8 Vantage fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your V8 Vantage for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Aston Martin V8 Vantage, 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 Vantage performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 66 vehicles

95.5%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 10yr

47k mi

2012

Based on 424 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

5.7%

Mileage at 10yr

43k mi

2011

Based on 514 vehicles

94.7%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

4.4%

2010

Based on 701 vehicles

95.7%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.2%

Retest Rate

1.6%

2009

Based on 1,174 vehicles

95.5%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

4.0%

2008

Based on 1,473 vehicles

94.0%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

7.4%

2007

Based on 2,251 vehicles

92.3%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

7.6%

2006

Based on 2,832 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

6.7%

2005

Based on 217 vehicles

93.1%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.1%

1989

Based on 50 vehicles

94.0%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1988

Based on 56 vehicles

96.4%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

0

Based on 3,438 vehicles

91.4%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Mileage at 5yr

42k mi

Top MOT Failures — Aston Martin V8 Vantage

The most common reasons a Aston Martin V8 Vantage fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

10.5%

Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

1.9%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.1%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

0.8%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

0.7%

Aston Martin V8 Vantage Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Offside

28.8%

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

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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 Vantage

Aston Martin V8 Vantage — Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the MOT pass rate for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

The average MOT pass rate for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage is 93.8% 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 Vantage?

The most common MOT failures on the Aston Martin V8 Vantage are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (10.5%), Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction (1.9%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 93.8%, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 Vantage?

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 Vantage?

Typical mileage for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage: 46,510 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used V8 Vantage to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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