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Aston Martin DB7

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 5,935 cc

V12 JBLMOT history

V12 JBL is a blue petrol Aston Martin DB7 first used on 18 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 42,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

V12 JBL blue Aston Martin DB7 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Aston Martin DB7, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
42,020 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 JBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB7
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,935 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 JBL was last recorded at 42,020 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,746 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
274 miles
Average per year
1,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,020 miles
  • 2024 – 41,746 miles
  • 2023 – 41,204 miles
  • 2022 – 39,412 miles
  • 2021 – 38,882 miles
  • 2020 – 37,842 miles
  • 2019 – 37,479 miles
  • 2018 – 37,162 miles
  • 2017 – 36,492 miles
  • 2016 – 36,319 miles
  • 2015 – 35,904 miles
  • 2014 – 34,503 miles
  • 2013 – 33,480 miles
  • 2012 – 32,287 miles
  • 2011 – 30,913 miles
  • 2010 – 28,097 miles
  • 2009 – 25,771 miles
  • 2008 – 22,682 miles
  • 2007 – 20,937 miles
  • 2006 – 18,398 miles
  • 2005 – 15,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,020 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front to rear inner sills corroded

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,020 miles (+274)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    935045288347
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front to rear inner sills corroded
  2. Pass41,746 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    41,746 miles
    Test number
    601336980657
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking , damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and cross bars corroded
  3. Fail41,745 miles (+541)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,745 miles
    Test number
    102886123212
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking oil leak from steering area , pouring out from under vehicle (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking , damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and cross bars corroded
  4. Pass41,204 miles (+1,792)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    41,204 miles
    Test number
    587472283633
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning one led in centre brake light inop (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to inspect certain items.
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively n/s & o/s (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  5. Pass39,412 miles (+530)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    39,412 miles
    Test number
    956811251464
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively n/s & o/s outer U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items
  6. Pass38,882 miles (+1,040)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    38,882 miles
    Test number
    779407902317
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undretrays fitted unable to check certain items
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded all 4 rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  7. Pass37,842 miles (+363)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    37,842 miles
    Test number
    145710494481
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear axle area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s & o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items
  8. Pass37,479 miles (+317)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,479 miles
    Test number
    927374019273
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  9. Pass37,162 miles (+670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    37,162 miles
    Test number
    433668034487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leaking from rear differential
  10. Pass36,492 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    36,492 miles
    Test number
    345566239760
    • 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)
  11. Fail36,492 miles (+173)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,492 miles
    Test number
    945044134534
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
  12. Pass36,319 miles (+415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    36,319 miles
    Test number
    932723013549
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass35,904 miles (+1,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    35,904 miles
    Test number
    557594144327
    • 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)
  14. Pass34,503 miles (+1,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,503 miles
    Test number
    508518484270
    • 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)
  15. Pass33,480 miles (+1,193)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    33,480 miles
    Test number
    257989063281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,287 miles (+1,374)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    32,287 miles
    Test number
    895080972244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,913 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    30,913 miles
    Test number
    895183591296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,097 miles (+2,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    28,097 miles
    Test number
    564583890219
    • NoteNearside front flexy brake hose slight twist
  19. Pass25,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,771 miles
    Test number
    643706099215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,771 miles (+3,089)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,771 miles
    Test number
    584454799238
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror cracked
  21. Pass22,682 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,682 miles
    Test number
    330338718354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,937 miles (+2,539)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    20,937 miles
    Test number
    640494127362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,398 miles (+2,611)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,398 miles
    Test number
    484305706418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    15,787 miles
    Test number
    181733315316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail15,783 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,783 miles
    Test number
    701363515380
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteEvidence of fluid leak in steering rack area

Questions about V12 JBL

Does V12 JBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 JBL is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V12 JBL?
The MOT on V12 JBL is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 JBL done?
V12 JBL was recorded at 42,020 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 1,314 miles a year.
Has V12 JBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 JBL has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V12 JBL 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 JBL find?
V12 JBL passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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