Aston Martin Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Aston Martin model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 54,045 real MOT tests.
Average Aston Martin MOT pass rate: 94%
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Avg pass rate
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Models tested
Aston Martin Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aston Martin Db7 | 10% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 2 | Aston Martin Virage | 8% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 6% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 4 | Aston Martin Rapide | 6% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Aston Martin Db9 | 5% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion |
Most Reliable Aston Martin Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Aston Martin models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aston Martin Vantage V8 | 100% | |
| 2 | Aston Martin Dbx V8 Auto | 99% | |
| 3 | Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto | 99% | |
| 4 | Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition V8 Auto | 97% | |
| 5 | Aston Martin Db11 | 98% |
All Aston Martin Models by Fail Rate
Every Aston Martin model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virage | 1990 | 83% | 17% | |
| Db7 | 1999 | 84% | 15% | |
| Vanquish | 2004 | 84% | 15% | |
| Vanquish | 2003 | 85% | 14% | |
| Db7 | 1995 | 87% | 13% | |
| Db7 | 2003 | 87% | 12% | |
| Db7 | 1996 | 87% | 12% | |
| Db7 | 2000 | 89% | 11% | |
| Rapide | 2014 | 87% | 11% | |
| Rapide | 2018 | 89% | 11% | |
| Virage | 1994 | 86% | 11% | |
| Db7 | 2001 | 89% | 10% | |
| Vantage | 2009 | 89% | 10% | |
| Vanquish | 2007 | 90% | 10% | |
| Db9 | 2004 | 91% | 9% | |
| Db7 | 1998 | 91% | 9% | |
| Rapide | 2011 | 91% | 9% | |
| V8 Vantage | 2012 | 91% | 9% | |
| Db7 | 2002 | 92% | 8% | |
| Vantage | 2005 | 92% | 8% | |
| Db9 | 2005 | 93% | 7% | |
| V8 Vantage | 2006 | 93% | 7% | |
| Db9 | 2008 | 92% | 7% | |
| Db9 | 2010 | 92% | 7% | |
| Db9 | 2011 | 93% | 7% | |
| Vanquish | 2012 | 93% | 7% | |
| V8 Vantage | 2007 | 94% | 6% | |
| Db9 | 2006 | 93% | 6% | |
| Db7 | 1997 | 92% | 6% | |
| Vantage | 2007 | 92% | 6% | |
| Vantage | 2008 | 94% | 6% | |
| V8 Vantage | 2011 | 94% | 6% | |
| Vantage | 2010 | 93% | 6% | |
| Db7 | 2004 | 93% | 6% | |
| Rapide | 2017 | 94% | 6% | |
| Db9 | 2007 | 94% | 5% | |
| V8 Vantage | 2008 | 95% | 5% | |
| Db9 | 2009 | 95% | 5% | |
| Db9 | 2013 | 94% | 5% | |
| Vanquish | 2016 | 95% | 5% | |
| Rapide | 2010 | 95% | 5% | |
| Rapide | 2013 | 94% | 5% | |
| Vantage | 2011 | 95% | 5% | |
| Rapide | 2012 | 94% | 5% | |
| Rapide | 2015 | 95% | 5% | |
| Db9 | 2012 | 94% | 5% | |
| V8 Vantage | 2005 | 95% | 5% | |
| Vantage | 2014 | 95% | 4% | |
| V8 Vantage | 2009 | 96% | 4% | |
| Vantage | 2017 | 95% | 4% |
Showing top 50 of 102 model/year combinations. View all Aston Martin models
Aston Martin MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Aston Martin cars?
The most common MOT problems on Aston Martin cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Aston Martin diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Db7 has the highest average fail rate at 10%.
Which Aston Martin model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Aston Martin model in our data is the Vantage V8 with an average MOT pass rate of 100%. View all Aston Martin models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Aston Martin?
The average MOT pass rate for Aston Martin is 94%, based on 54,045 MOT tests across 15 models. This means about 6% of Aston Martin cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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