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Aston Martin Vanquish

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 5,935 cc

V12 ALVMOT history

V12 ALV is a black petrol Aston Martin Vanquish first used on 15 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 40,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

V12 ALV black Aston Martin Vanquish – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
40,932 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 ALV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
Vanquish
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,935 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 ALV was last recorded at 40,932 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 124 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,808 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
124 miles
Average per year
1,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,932 miles
  • 2025 – 40,586 miles
  • 2024 – 37,933 miles
  • 2023 – 37,894 miles
  • 2022 – 37,473 miles
  • 2021 – 37,073 miles
  • 2019 – 36,815 miles
  • 2018 – 36,706 miles
  • 2016 – 36,118 miles
  • 2014 – 34,899 miles
  • 2013 – 33,035 miles
  • 2011 – 29,555 miles
  • 2010 – 25,035 miles
  • 2009 – 18,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,932 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,932 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    40,932 miles
    Test number
    924078506955
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail40,808 miles (+222)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,808 miles
    Test number
    138393490444
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail40,586 miles (+7)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,586 miles
    Test number
    962243971603
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion to disc. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion to disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail40,579 miles (+2,646)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,579 miles
    Test number
    541183239118
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass37,933 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    37,933 miles
    Test number
    452577546238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail37,894 miles (+421)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,894 miles
    Test number
    584704827517
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass37,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    37,473 miles
    Test number
    259224279835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail37,473 miles (+400)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,473 miles
    Test number
    349942259881
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass37,073 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    37,073 miles
    Test number
    286536478416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail37,063 miles (+248)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,063 miles
    Test number
    905538339045
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass36,815 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,815 miles
    Test number
    483317260280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail36,809 miles (+103)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,809 miles
    Test number
    513484268263
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass36,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    36,706 miles
    Test number
    189409673638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail36,706 miles (+4)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,706 miles
    Test number
    147100516153
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake light on all the time

  15. Fail36,702 miles (+584)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,702 miles
    Test number
    807991524951
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass36,118 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,118 miles
    Test number
    681690853648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,112 miles (+1,213)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,112 miles
    Test number
    190150297655
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir excessively weakened by corrosion (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass34,899 miles (+1,864)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,899 miles
    Test number
    229603104209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,035 miles (+3,480)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,035 miles
    Test number
    296976923245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,555 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,555 miles
    Test number
    558717641390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,035 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    25,035 miles
    Test number
    862932110327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,021 miles (+6,970)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,021 miles
    Test number
    181689800333
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  23. Pass18,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,051 miles
    Test number
    504598409365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 ALV

Does V12 ALV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 ALV is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 ALV?
The MOT on V12 ALV is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 ALV done?
V12 ALV was recorded at 40,932 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 1,365 miles a year.
Has V12 ALV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 ALV has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V12 ALV 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 V12 ALV find?
V12 ALV passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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