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Aston Martin DB9

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 5,935 cc

V12 BLCMOT history

V12 BLC is a grey petrol Aston Martin DB9 first used on 11 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2019 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 24,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2022.

V12 BLC grey Aston Martin DB9 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Aston Martin DB9, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2019
Mileage
24,542 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 BLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB9
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,935 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2019
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V12 BLC was last recorded at 24,542 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 3,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2018.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 May 2014: 7,758 miles, lower than 73,914 miles on 19 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
21,460 miles · 2 Mar 2018
Between the last two tests
3,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 24,542 miles
  • 2018 – 21,460 miles
  • 2017 – 16,575 miles
  • 2016 – 12,987 miles
  • 2015 – 10,546 miles
  • 2014 – 7,758 miles
  • 2013 – 73,914 miles
  • 2012 – 71,454 miles
  • 2010 – 58,816 miles
  • 2009 – 52,894 miles
  • 2008 – 51,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail24,542 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail24,542 miles (+3,082)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,542 miles
    Test number
    380798596043
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass21,460 miles (+4,885)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    21,460 miles
    Test number
    346264669150
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blades split

  3. Pass16,575 miles (+3,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    16,575 miles
    Test number
    541463927450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play NSF Inner tie rod

  4. Pass12,987 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    12,987 miles
    Test number
    531969969119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass10,546 miles (+2,788)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    10,546 miles
    Test number
    538548565076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine check light is on

  6. Pass7,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    7,758 miles
    Test number
    928340034155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  7. Fail7,758 miles (-66,156)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,758 miles
    Test number
    805308124175
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  8. Pass73,914 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,914 miles
    Test number
    915850573166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,710 miles (+2,256)6 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,710 miles
    Test number
    927315943155
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureCentre Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)
    • NoteBattery cable rubbing on steering
    • NoteBonnet catch not catching on second catch
    • NoteNear side front & offide rear cracking in tread
    • NoteNear side rear tyre soft

  10. Pass71,454 miles (+12,638)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,454 miles
    Test number
    336612422177
    • NoteAll diiscs lipped
    • NoteDamage to all under trays
    • NoteOil leaks on engine and all drive train

  11. Pass58,816 miles (+5,922)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,816 miles
    Test number
    133257920305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,894 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,894 miles
    Test number
    320943609323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,893 miles (+1,253)1 dangerous10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,893 miles
    Test number
    221822409345
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass51,640 miles (+6,863)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,640 miles
    Test number
    673106848351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s headlamp cover missing from under wheel arch

  15. Pass44,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,777 miles
    Test number
    813509858076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 BLC

Does V12 BLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V12 BLC expired on 8 Mar 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V12 BLC?
The MOT on V12 BLC expired on 8 Mar 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V12 BLC done?
V12 BLC was recorded at 24,542 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022.
Has V12 BLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 BLC has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on V12 BLC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V12 BLC find?
V12 BLC failed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2022 with 2 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; offside front engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; central front oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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