Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto Reliability and Common Problems
Typical MOT issues to check on the Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto, with rough repair costs, and its MOT pass rate for each model year. Based on 406 MOT tests across 1 model year (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).
Segment: luxury | Fuel: Petrol
98%
Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto pass rate
94%
Aston Martin average
82%
All-model average
The Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 98%, which is 4 points above the Aston Martin average and 16 points above the average across all models in our data.
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Common MOT Issues to Check on the Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto
Typical issues for a car of this age and type, estimated from its age, fuel type and engine size (not counted from its MOT records), with rough repair costs
Suspension
High likelihood£150 - £600
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded
Failure points:
Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking
Tyres
High likelihood£50 - £300
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall
Failure points:
Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply
Brakes
Moderate likelihood£80 - £450
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed
Failure points:
Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum
Lights
Moderate likelihood£15 - £200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated
Failure points:
Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure
Exhaust & Emissions
Moderate likelihood£80 - £800
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak
Failure points:
Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning
Steering
Lower likelihood£100 - £500
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated
Failure points:
Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits
Body & Structure
Lower likelihood£200 - £1200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage
Failure points:
Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness
Windscreen & Wipers
Lower likelihood£10 - £350
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated
Failure points:
Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen
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Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto FAQ
What are the most common Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto problems?
Typical issues to check on an Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto of this age and type are suspension and tyres. These are estimated from its age, fuel type and engine size, not counted from its MOT records. Across 406 MOT tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included), 98% ended in a pass.
Is the Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto reliable?
The Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 98%, from 406 MOT tests. That is 16 points above the average across all models in our data (82%), a better than average result. Pass rates fall as cars age, so compare it with cars of a similar age.
How much does it cost to fix common Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto faults?
As a rough guide, brake work on an Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto typically costs £80-£450 and suspension repairs £150-£600, while exhaust and emissions fixes can cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.
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