Aston Martin DB11 MOT pass rate and common problems
97.5% of 7,410 Aston Martin DB11 MOT tests pass.
The DB11 has a pass rate of 97.5%, a little higher than the average across all Aston Martin models (95.1%).
The Aston Martin DB11 passes its MOT 97.5% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 98.6% at 0–3 years versus 97.2% at 6–10 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 98.6% | 360 | 10,619 miles |
| 3–6 years | 97.6% | 3,777 | 16,096 miles |
| 6–10 years | 97.2% | 3,273 | 24,192 miles |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Aston Martin DB11
The most common reason the Aston Martin DB11 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 36.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too high".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 36.9% | Too high |
| Tyres | 30.7% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Visibility | 10.0% | Not working |
| Brakes | 9.1% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Identification of the vehicle | 8.3% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 5.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.0% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Suspension | 1.7% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Body, chassis, structure | 1.2% | Ineffective |
| Steering | 0.4% | Excessively rough |
Buying a used Aston Martin DB11: what to check
These checks follow the Aston Martin DB11’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 97.8% down to 95.6%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 36.9% of failed Aston Martin DB11 MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
2. Tyres
Recorded in 30.7% of failed Aston Martin DB11 MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
3. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 10.0% of failed Aston Martin DB11 MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
4. Brakes
Recorded in 9.1% of failed Aston Martin DB11 MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
5. Number plates and VIN
Recorded in 8.3% of failed Aston Martin DB11 MOTs.
Match the registration plates and the VIN (usually at the base of the windscreen and on a door pillar) to the V5C.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Aston Martin service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Aston Martin models
- Aston Martin Vantage — 96.3% pass rate
- Aston Martin DB9 — 94.0% pass rate
- Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 94.3% pass rate
- Aston Martin DBS — 97.4% pass rate
- Aston Martin DB7 — 88.9% pass rate
- Aston Martin Vanquish — 95.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Aston Martin DB11?
- 97.5% of Aston Martin DB11 MOT tests pass, based on 7,410 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Aston Martin DB11?
- The most common reason the Aston Martin DB11 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 36.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too high".
- What are the common problems with the Aston Martin DB11?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Aston Martin DB11 are lights and electrics; tyres; windscreen and wipers.
- What should I check when buying a used Aston Martin DB11?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; tyres; windscreen and wipers; brakes; number plates and vin. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Aston Martin DB11's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Aston Martin service history guide for how to check and keep one.