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Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 4,300 cc

V8 DRXMOT history

V8 DRX is a black petrol Aston Martin V8 Vantage first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 65,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
65,225 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,352 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 DRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
V8 Vantage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,300 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 DRX was last recorded at 65,225 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,223 miles · 25 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,225 miles
  • 2024 – 65,121 miles
  • 2023 – 65,071 miles
  • 2021 – 64,956 miles
  • 2020 – 64,811 miles
  • 2019 – 64,497 miles
  • 2018 – 64,063 miles
  • 2017 – 63,267 miles
  • 2016 – 62,613 miles
  • 2015 – 60,135 miles
  • 2014 – 54,392 miles
  • 2013 – 50,034 miles
  • 2012 – 46,635 miles
  • 2011 – 37,815 miles
  • 2010 – 34,799 miles
  • 2009 – 25,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,225 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil filter corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,225 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    65,225 miles
    Test number
    803640787117
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil filter corroding

  2. Fail65,223 miles (+102)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,223 miles
    Test number
    987290153923
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil filter corroding

  3. Pass65,121 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    65,121 miles
    Test number
    852284683370
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar drop lincs corroding

  4. Fail65,120 miles (+49)3 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,120 miles
    Test number
    269806692587
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar drop lincs corroding

  5. Pass65,071 miles (+115)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,071 miles
    Test number
    738567790967
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively limited slip diff is fitted (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted obscuring components and pipes
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components

  6. Pass64,956 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,956 miles
    Test number
    326815381625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,811 miles (+314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    64,811 miles
    Test number
    104307374368
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass64,497 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    749607929470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,063 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,063 miles
    Test number
    541280054627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,267 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,267 miles
    Test number
    572455436964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,613 miles (+2,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,613 miles
    Test number
    267834096898
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pads wearing slightly low
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass60,135 miles (+5,743)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,135 miles
    Test number
    357194525450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTPM light illuminated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass54,392 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,392 miles
    Test number
    109037544265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,389 miles (+4,355)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,389 miles
    Test number
    516411044235
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass50,034 miles (+3,399)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,034 miles
    Test number
    757003933287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass46,635 miles (+8,820)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,635 miles
    Test number
    415952342247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,815 miles (+3,016)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,815 miles
    Test number
    799562581055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,799 miles (+9,075)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,799 miles
    Test number
    493379130225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,724 miles
    Test number
    912310239266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 DRX

Does V8 DRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 DRX is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 DRX?
The MOT on V8 DRX is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 DRX done?
V8 DRX was recorded at 65,225 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 2,352 miles a year.
Has V8 DRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 DRX has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V8 DRX 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 V8 DRX find?
V8 DRX passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil filter corroding.

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