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Aston Martin V8 Auto

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 5,340 cc

S8 AMVMOT history

S8 AMV is a green petrol Aston Martin V8 Auto first used on 2 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 57,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

S8 AMV green Aston Martin V8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Aston Martin V8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2026
Mileage
57,280 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 AMV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
V8 Auto
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,340 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S8 AMV was last recorded at 57,280 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 1,472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,808 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,472 miles
Average per year
1,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,280 miles
  • 2025 – 55,808 miles
  • 2024 – 54,833 miles
  • 2022 – 54,785 miles
  • 2021 – 53,490 miles
  • 2020 – 52,463 miles
  • 2019 – 50,967 miles
  • 2018 – 50,129 miles
  • 2017 – 49,697 miles
  • 2016 – 48,967 miles
  • 2015 – 47,638 miles
  • 2014 – 46,710 miles
  • 2013 – 45,212 miles
  • 2012 – 43,281 miles
  • 2011 – 42,022 miles
  • 2010 – 40,377 miles
  • 2009 – 38,785 miles
  • 2008 – 37,135 miles
  • 2007 – 33,858 miles
  • 2006 – 29,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail57,280 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail57,280 miles (+1,472)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,280 miles
    Test number
    569067137790
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  2. Pass55,808 miles (+975)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    55,808 miles
    Test number
    719079628632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass54,833 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    54,833 miles
    Test number
    614499482810
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres 17-18 years old also between 2-3mm would advise replacing all for safety
    • AdvisoryPark brake approaching service travel limit
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  4. Fail54,833 miles (+48)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,833 miles
    Test number
    609704959050
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres 17-18 years old also between 2-3mm would advise replacing all for safety
    • AdvisoryPark brake approaching service travel limit
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  5. Fail54,785 miles (+1,295)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,785 miles
    Test number
    835722263967
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass53,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,490 miles
    Test number
    102949661707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail53,477 miles (+37)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,477 miles
    Test number
    967759629989
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail53,440 miles (+977)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,440 miles
    Test number
    919204180707
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass52,463 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,463 miles
    Test number
    489296986869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,448 miles (+1,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    52,448 miles
    Test number
    993452854803
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) slight

  11. Pass50,967 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    50,967 miles
    Test number
    988142713005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,129 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    50,129 miles
    Test number
    709942833832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,697 miles (+730)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,697 miles
    Test number
    515818771720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,967 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,967 miles
    Test number
    181915097441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,638 miles (+928)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,638 miles
    Test number
    199395165446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,710 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    46,710 miles
    Test number
    698091274004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,212 miles (+1,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,212 miles
    Test number
    418280033070
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass43,281 miles (+1,259)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    43,281 miles
    Test number
    847578032097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,022 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,022 miles
    Test number
    297646141082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,377 miles
    Test number
    770470470082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,377 miles (+1,592)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,377 miles
    Test number
    994559160037
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Pass38,785 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,785 miles
    Test number
    180644069417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,761 miles (+1,626)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,761 miles
    Test number
    843983169050
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  24. Pass37,135 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,135 miles
    Test number
    803175268028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,015 miles (+3,157)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,015 miles
    Test number
    554493828031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,858 miles
    Test number
    310770167051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,858 miles (+3,931)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,858 miles
    Test number
    140290667418
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  28. Pass29,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    29,927 miles
    Test number
    124404426407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 AMV

Does S8 AMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 AMV expired on 9 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 AMV?
The MOT on S8 AMV expired on 9 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 AMV done?
S8 AMV was recorded at 57,280 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 1,331 miles a year.
Has S8 AMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 AMV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 AMV 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 S8 AMV find?
S8 AMV failed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 major defect: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits.

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