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Aston Martin DB7

Grey · Petrol · 1995 · 3,239 cc

L18 BMDMOT history

L18 BMD is a grey petrol Aston Martin DB7 first used on 1 Jun 1995. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 106,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

L18 BMD grey Aston Martin DB7 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
106,369 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 BMD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB7
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,239 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Jun 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 BMD was last recorded at 106,369 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,369 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,369 miles
  • 2025 – 106,333 miles
  • 2024 – 105,919 miles
  • 2023 – 105,836 miles
  • 2022 – 105,627 miles
  • 2021 – 104,908 miles
  • 2020 – 102,960 miles
  • 2019 – 99,222 miles
  • 2018 – 97,074 miles
  • 2017 – 95,344 miles
  • 2011 – 95,233 miles
  • 2010 – 95,160 miles
  • 2009 – 95,010 miles
  • 2008 – 94,578 miles
  • 2007 – 94,174 miles
  • 2006 – 93,760 miles
  • 2005 – 93,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,369 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear disc brakes rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEngine check lamp onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryJust passed service brake efficiency /both rear brakes down on performanceRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rust hole in drivers floor outside of prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,369 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    106,369 miles
    Test number
    382028192564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear disc brakes rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine check lamp on
    • AdvisoryJust passed service brake efficiency /both rear brakes down on performance
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components
  2. Fail106,369 miles (+36)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,369 miles
    Test number
    720531972563
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front of floor corroded/holed outside of 30 cms
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear disc brakes rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine check lamp on
    • AdvisoryJust passed service brake efficiency /both rear brakes down on performance
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components
  3. Fail106,333 miles (+414)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,333 miles
    Test number
    103340877726
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front floor pans rust holed outside of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass105,919 miles (+83)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    105,919 miles
    Test number
    834769927652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor pans
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam images weak
  5. Pass105,836 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,836 miles
    Test number
    567147323217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRust hole in drivers floor outside of prescribed areas
  6. Fail105,806 miles (+179)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,806 miles
    Test number
    460373182079
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRust hole in drivers floor outside of prescribed areas
  7. Pass105,627 miles (+719)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,627 miles
    Test number
    953715296740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,908 miles (+1,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    104,908 miles
    Test number
    729289152012
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass102,960 miles (+3,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    102,960 miles
    Test number
    943841162668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass99,222 miles (+2,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,222 miles
    Test number
    303349281407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass97,074 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    97,074 miles
    Test number
    122873897847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,344 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,344 miles
    Test number
    868533427509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,233 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    95,233 miles
    Test number
    357031971118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,160 miles (+150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    95,160 miles
    Test number
    702807360032
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  15. Pass95,010 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    95,010 miles
    Test number
    403863269067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,578 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    94,578 miles
    Test number
    953948358095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,174 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    94,174 miles
    Test number
    281726867098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,760 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    93,760 miles
    Test number
    890060516050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,758 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,758 miles
    Test number
    383998645377
    • DangerousNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Questions about L18 BMD

Does L18 BMD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 BMD is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 BMD?
The MOT on L18 BMD is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 BMD done?
L18 BMD was recorded at 106,369 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 612 miles a year.
Has L18 BMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 BMD has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 BMD 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 L18 BMD find?
L18 BMD passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear inner road wheel slightly distorted; rear disc brakes rusty, and 3 more.

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