ASTON MARTIN DBS MOT pass rate
97.4% of 4,340 ASTON MARTIN DBS MOT tests pass.
The DBS has a pass rate of 97.4%, a little higher than the average across all ASTON MARTIN models (95.1%).
The ASTON MARTIN DBS passes its MOT 97.4% 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 eases gradually with age, from 99.0% at 0–3 years to 94.1% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 99.0% | 308 | 8,160 miles |
| 3–6 years | 98.5% | 2,204 | 11,930 miles |
| 6–10 years | 100.0% | 47 | 26,178 miles |
| 10–15 years | 96.4% | 1,286 | 27,944 miles |
| 15+ years | 94.1% | 495 | 28,740 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the ASTON MARTIN DBS
The most common reason the ASTON MARTIN DBS fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 41.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 41.9% | Not working |
| Visibility | 25.1% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 24.6% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Identification of the vehicle | 12.0% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Brakes | 4.2% | Efficiency less than 50% of the required value |
| Suspension | 2.4% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Body, chassis, structure | 1.2% | With a defective structure |
| Steering | 0.6% | Ball joint has excessive play |
Related ASTON MARTIN models
- ASTON MARTIN VANTAGE — 96.3% pass rate
- ASTON MARTIN DB9 — 94.0% pass rate
- ASTON MARTIN DB11 — 97.5% pass rate
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE — 94.3% 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 DBS?
- 97.4% of ASTON MARTIN DBS MOT tests pass, based on 4,340 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the ASTON MARTIN DBS?
- The most common reason the ASTON MARTIN DBS fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 41.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the ASTON MARTIN DBS'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.