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Aston Martin V8

Red · Petrol · 1973 · 5,340 cc

8 CPBMOT history

8 CPB is a red petrol Aston Martin V8 first used on 5 Mar 1973. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 15,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

8 CPB red Aston Martin V8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Aston Martin V8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
15,459 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8 CPB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Aston Martin
Model
V8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,340 cc
Year of manufacture
1973
First used
5 Mar 1973
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

8 CPB was last recorded at 15,459 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
14,875 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
584 miles
Average per year
830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 15,459 miles
  • 2025 – 14,875 miles
  • 2024 – 14,260 miles
  • 2023 – 13,603 miles
  • 2022 – 12,657 miles
  • 2021 – 12,079 miles
  • 2020 – 11,102 miles
  • 2019 – 10,033 miles
  • 2018 – 9,041 miles
  • 2017 – 7,987 miles
  • 2016 – 6,917 miles
  • 2014 – 5,982 miles
  • 2013 – 5,098 miles
  • 2012 – 4,192 miles
  • 2011 – 3,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass15,459 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass15,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    15,459 miles
    Test number
    234620717037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail15,458 miles (+583)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,458 miles
    Test number
    804054010828
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass14,875 miles (+615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    14,875 miles
    Test number
    869947795806
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass14,260 miles (+657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    14,260 miles
    Test number
    922578988910
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass13,603 miles (+946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    13,603 miles
    Test number
    350179771558
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass12,657 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    12,657 miles
    Test number
    422533131062
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail12,657 miles (+578)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,657 miles
    Test number
    501331048328
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass12,079 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    12,079 miles
    Test number
    606549869726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass11,102 miles (+1,069)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    11,102 miles
    Test number
    490359092090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass10,033 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    10,033 miles
    Test number
    951934953000
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail10,033 miles (+992)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,033 miles
    Test number
    326947511891
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass9,041 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    9,041 miles
    Test number
    419350706128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass7,987 miles (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    7,987 miles
    Test number
    406975430415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass6,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    6,917 miles
    Test number
    696530846308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail6,917 miles (+935)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,917 miles
    Test number
    701879263924
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

  16. Pass5,982 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    5,982 miles
    Test number
    405747004335
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  17. Fail5,981 miles (+56)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,981 miles
    Test number
    408581404312
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  18. Fail5,925 miles (+827)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,925 miles
    Test number
    337079654228
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight oil leak on gear box speedo inlet sump and rear diff
    • NoteSlight play in front n/s steering joints
    • NoteSlight play in rear disc brakes on both sides

  19. Pass5,098 miles (+906)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    5,098 miles
    Test number
    956715753260
    • NoteHand brak e lever button stick in noww and then
    • NoteSlight play in top steering colom bush

  20. Pass4,192 miles (+897)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    4,192 miles
    Test number
    478417652208
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  21. Pass3,295 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    3,295 miles
    Test number
    336063941430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAll underneath is undersealed
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly greased
    • NoteExcessive grease on both front king pins
    • NoteSlight play in steering column
    • NoteTransmission fluid leak

  22. Fail3,295 miles1 failure4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,295 miles
    Test number
    655473441267
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAll underneath is undersealed
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly greased
    • NoteExcessive grease on both front king pins
    • NoteSlight play in steering column
    • NoteTransmission fluid leak

Questions about 8 CPB

What vehicle is registration 8 CPB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8 CPB on a red petrol Aston Martin V8 first used on 5 Mar 1973. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8 CPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8 CPB is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8 CPB?
The MOT on 8 CPB is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8 CPB done?
8 CPB was recorded at 15,459 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 830 miles a year.
Has 8 CPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8 CPB has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 8 CPB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 8 CPB find?
8 CPB passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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