Aston Martin Vantage MOT pass rate and common problems
96.3% of 12,348 Aston Martin Vantage MOT tests pass.
The Vantage has a pass rate of 96.3%, a little higher than the average across all Aston Martin models (95.1%).
The Aston Martin Vantage passes its MOT 96.3% 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 98.7% at 0–3 years to 93.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 98.7% | 398 | 10,769 miles |
| 3–6 years | 97.3% | 4,042 | 17,227 miles |
| 6–10 years | 96.9% | 3,533 | 19,309 miles |
| 10–15 years | 95.4% | 2,400 | 30,122 miles |
| 15+ years | 93.6% | 1,975 | 46,918 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Aston Martin Vantage
The most common reason the Aston Martin Vantage fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 42.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too high".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 42.1% | Too high |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 19.4% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Tyres | 17.3% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Visibility | 15.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Identification of the vehicle | 13.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Brakes | 10.4% | Excessively binding |
| Body, chassis, structure | 4.0% | Fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. |
| Suspension | 2.9% | Fractured or broken |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.1% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 1.4% | Fixing missing |
Buying a used Aston Martin Vantage: what to check
These checks follow the Aston Martin Vantage’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 30,000–60,000 mi to 60,000–90,000 mi: 94.9% down to 89.3%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 42.1% of failed Aston Martin Vantage 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. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 19.4% of failed Aston Martin Vantage MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.7% of tests at 15+ years failed on exhaust, emissions and leaks.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
3. Tyres
Recorded in 17.3% of failed Aston Martin Vantage MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.1% of tests at 3–6 years failed on tyres.
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.
4. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 15.9% of failed Aston Martin Vantage MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.4% of tests at 15+ years failed on windscreen and wipers.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
5. Number plates and VIN
Recorded in 13.5% of failed Aston Martin Vantage 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 DB9 — 94.0% pass rate
- Aston Martin DB11 — 97.5% 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 Vantage?
- 96.3% of Aston Martin Vantage MOT tests pass, based on 12,348 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Aston Martin Vantage?
- The most common reason the Aston Martin Vantage fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 42.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too high".
- What are the common problems with the Aston Martin Vantage?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Aston Martin Vantage are lights and electrics; exhaust, emissions and leaks; tyres.
- What should I check when buying a used Aston Martin Vantage?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; exhaust, emissions and leaks; tyres; windscreen and wipers; 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 Vantage'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.