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Aston Martin DBS

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 5,935 cc

PEP 26MOT history

PEP 26 is a black petrol Aston Martin DBS first used on 6 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 31,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

PEP 26 black Aston Martin Dbs – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Aston Martin Dbs, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
31,720 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PEP 26
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Aston Martin
Model
DBS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,935 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

PEP 26 was last recorded at 31,720 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,567 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
153 miles
Average per year
1,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,720 miles
  • 2025 – 31,567 miles
  • 2024 – 31,115 miles
  • 2023 – 30,814 miles
  • 2022 – 30,237 miles
  • 2021 – 29,586 miles
  • 2020 – 28,968 miles
  • 2019 – 27,771 miles
  • 2018 – 26,119 miles
  • 2017 – 23,321 miles
  • 2016 – 20,801 miles
  • 2015 – 17,814 miles
  • 2014 – 14,927 miles
  • 2013 – 12,463 miles
  • 2012 – 9,281 miles
  • 2011 – 6,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,720 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on but not a failure as vehicle age before 01st Jan 2012

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,720 miles (+153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    31,720 miles
    Test number
    466718701174
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on but not a failure as vehicle age before 01st Jan 2012
  2. Pass31,567 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    31,567 miles
    Test number
    630732664465
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail31,567 miles (+452)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,567 miles
    Test number
    367270359631
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass31,115 miles (+301)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    31,115 miles
    Test number
    916134624710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass30,814 miles (+577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    30,814 miles
    Test number
    656387486447
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass30,237 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    30,237 miles
    Test number
    499544032466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  7. Fail30,234 miles (+648)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,234 miles
    Test number
    158026103022
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  8. Pass29,586 miles (+618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    29,586 miles
    Test number
    339886856297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass28,968 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    28,968 miles
    Test number
    386886666104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  10. Fail28,968 miles (+1,197)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,968 miles
    Test number
    688707959852
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  11. Pass27,771 miles (+1,652)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    27,771 miles
    Test number
    617489612745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass26,119 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    26,119 miles
    Test number
    217791583609
    • AdvisoryHand Brake Cable Outer Casing Deteriorated But Not Weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Fail26,116 miles (+2,795)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,116 miles
    Test number
    661015053661
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryHand Brake Cable Outer Casing Deteriorated But Not Weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Pass23,321 miles (+2,520)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,321 miles
    Test number
    589858160161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCracks in circumference of both front tyre treads
  15. Pass20,801 miles (+2,987)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    20,801 miles
    Test number
    631178766872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCracks in tread of both front tyres
  16. Pass17,814 miles (+2,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    17,814 miles
    Test number
    167096125003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  17. Pass14,927 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    14,927 miles
    Test number
    125843224045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,463 miles (+3,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    12,463 miles
    Test number
    185766243406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  19. Pass9,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    9,281 miles
    Test number
    275372752097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail9,281 miles (+2,349)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,281 miles
    Test number
    429532752018
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
  21. Pass6,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    6,932 miles
    Test number
    206476031458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PEP 26

What vehicle is registration PEP 26 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PEP 26 on a black petrol Aston Martin DBS first used on 6 Mar 2008. 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 PEP 26 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PEP 26 is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on PEP 26?
The MOT on PEP 26 is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PEP 26 done?
PEP 26 was recorded at 31,720 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 1,679 miles a year.
Has PEP 26 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PEP 26 has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on PEP 26 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 PEP 26 find?
PEP 26 passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre pressure light on but not a failure as vehicle age before 01st jan 2012.

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