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Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 4,282 cc

V12 ETHMOT history

V12 ETH is a silver petrol Aston Martin V8 Vantage first used on 31 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 52,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
52,446 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 ETH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
V8 Vantage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,282 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 ETH was last recorded at 52,446 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,388 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
2,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,446 miles
  • 2025 – 52,388 miles
  • 2024 – 51,575 miles
  • 2023 – 50,620 miles
  • 2022 – 50,065 miles
  • 2021 – 48,217 miles
  • 2020 – 47,489 miles
  • 2019 – 46,495 miles
  • 2018 – 45,153 miles
  • 2017 – 43,440 miles
  • 2016 – 41,235 miles
  • 2015 – 39,011 miles
  • 2014 – 36,316 miles
  • 2013 – 33,234 miles
  • 2012 – 29,977 miles
  • 2011 – 26,075 miles
  • 2010 – 21,838 miles
  • 2009 – 18,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,446 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    52,446 miles
    Test number
    406649377042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail52,442 miles (+54)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,442 miles
    Test number
    955944043658
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass52,388 miles (+813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    52,388 miles
    Test number
    494568822134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner edges

  4. Pass51,575 miles (+955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    51,575 miles
    Test number
    983785946333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner edges

  5. Pass50,620 miles (+555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,620 miles
    Test number
    788349742327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass50,065 miles (+1,848)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,065 miles
    Test number
    532791330641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,217 miles (+728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    48,217 miles
    Test number
    495720668337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass47,489 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,489 miles
    Test number
    535340068028
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail47,489 miles (+994)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,489 miles
    Test number
    740661368744
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass46,495 miles (+1,342)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    46,495 miles
    Test number
    174297509079
    • AdvisoryBoth front Wipers smearing slightly and Both front wiper blade rubbers split at ends.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass45,153 miles (+1,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    45,153 miles
    Test number
    211311819801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass43,440 miles (+2,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,440 miles
    Test number
    671106480760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass41,235 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    41,235 miles
    Test number
    256880870381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,011 miles (+2,695)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,011 miles
    Test number
    849861075772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,316 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,316 miles
    Test number
    359508434449
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass36,316 miles (+3,082)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    36,316 miles
    Test number
    425148234281
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass33,234 miles (+3,257)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,234 miles
    Test number
    188364733223
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass29,977 miles (+3,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,977 miles
    Test number
    439378942278
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low.

  19. Pass26,075 miles (+4,237)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,075 miles
    Test number
    968475551211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,838 miles (+3,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    21,838 miles
    Test number
    102143520264
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass18,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    18,633 miles
    Test number
    411277889223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 ETH

Does V12 ETH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 ETH is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 ETH?
The MOT on V12 ETH is valid until 4 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 ETH done?
V12 ETH was recorded at 52,446 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 2,019 miles a year.
Has V12 ETH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 ETH has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V12 ETH 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 ETH find?
V12 ETH passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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