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ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH (2006)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 97 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

94%

Total Tests (2024)

97

Avg Mileage

16,708 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,097

Is the 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%.

At 18 years old, 94% of ASTON MARTIN VANQUISHs from 2006 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 97 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,708 miles.

How does the 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH compare?

Rank among all 2006 cars18th out of 575(top 3%)
Rank among all ASTON MARTIN models76th out of 115(top 66%)
vs national average+12% (82% avg)
vs 2006 cars average+21% (73% avg)
vs ASTON MARTIN average+0% (94% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH has 16,708 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 133,200 miles for a 18-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

Best year to buy a ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 84%. The 2006 sits between the two at 94%.

How much does a 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 5935cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£2,097
Per month£175/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
2019100%1008,288 mi
201897%4068,349 mi
201796%53215,548 mi
201695%38520,424 mi
201597%45924,956 mi
201498%50527,192 mi
201397%59729,689 mi
201293%10529,522 mi
200790%20921,543 mi
200694%9716,708 mi
200591%13727,505 mi
200484%18423,946 mi
200385%18829,392 mi
200295%19233,550 mi
200185%3331,381 mi

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About the 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH

The 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH is a luxury with a 5935cc petrol engine. 97 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 3% of all 2006 cars for reliability.

With an average of 16,708 miles at 18 years old, ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH Fuel Costs

The 5935cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH Reliability Trend

Newer ASTON MARTIN VANQUISHs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH

At 18 years old, the ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. Note: with only 97 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2006 ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH

The ASTON MARTIN VANQUISH is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol luxurys from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: