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Aston Martin DB7

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 5,935 cc

V12 RUMMOT history

V12 RUM is a green petrol Aston Martin DB7 first used on 11 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 53,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2024.

V12 RUM green Aston Martin DB7 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Aston Martin DB7, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2025
Mileage
53,862 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 RUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB7
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,935 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 RUM was last recorded at 53,862 miles on 5 Sept 2024, 118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,744 miles · 5 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
118 miles
Average per year
1,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 53,862 miles
  • 2023 – 53,744 miles
  • 2022 – 53,650 miles
  • 2021 – 53,583 miles
  • 2019 – 53,568 miles
  • 2018 – 53,486 miles
  • 2017 – 53,430 miles
  • 2015 – 53,368 miles
  • 2014 – 49,731 miles
  • 2013 – 42,857 miles
  • 2012 – 37,619 miles
  • 2011 – 36,689 miles
  • 2010 – 34,310 miles
  • 2009 – 30,680 miles
  • 2008 – 27,477 miles
  • 2007 – 24,540 miles
  • 2006 – 17,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,862 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass53,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    53,862 miles
    Test number
    343989100838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail53,862 miles (+118)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,862 miles
    Test number
    365984874330
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass53,744 miles (+94)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    53,744 miles
    Test number
    309106878222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass53,650 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    53,650 miles
    Test number
    769760075388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass53,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    53,583 miles
    Test number
    871685830781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail53,583 miles (+15)1 dangerous3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,583 miles
    Test number
    707445190216
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass53,568 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    53,568 miles
    Test number
    504085891475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    53,486 miles
    Test number
    663594591161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail53,486 miles (+56)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,486 miles
    Test number
    199984905271
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass53,430 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,430 miles
    Test number
    173925917691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,368 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    53,368 miles
    Test number
    952137206735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,731 miles (+6,874)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,731 miles
    Test number
    617526444346
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on the inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on the outer edge
    • NoteRadiator leaking
    • NoteSlight leak on rear diff
    • NoteSlight movement in the steering rack bushes
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings

  13. Fail42,857 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,857 miles
    Test number
    359057743360
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s washer not working
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

  14. Pass42,857 miles (+5,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,857 miles
    Test number
    628987843331
    • NoteN/s washer not working
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

  15. Pass37,619 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,619 miles
    Test number
    307783752343
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall splitting
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall splitting

  16. Fail37,619 miles (+930)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,619 miles
    Test number
    337449742300
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall splitting
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall splitting

  17. Pass36,689 miles (+2,379)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    36,689 miles
    Test number
    135870451358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,310 miles (+3,630)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,310 miles
    Test number
    473328440476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,680 miles (+3,203)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,680 miles
    Test number
    234021849328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,477 miles (+2,937)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,477 miles
    Test number
    310698808348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,540 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,540 miles
    Test number
    120600437371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,709 miles (+3,259)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,709 miles
    Test number
    150916727420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,450 miles
    Test number
    940234016124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 RUM

Does V12 RUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V12 RUM expired on 4 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V12 RUM?
The MOT on V12 RUM expired on 4 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V12 RUM done?
V12 RUM was recorded at 53,862 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2024, an average of 1,982 miles a year.
Has V12 RUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 RUM has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V12 RUM 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 RUM find?
V12 RUM passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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