Aston Martin DB7 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Aston Martin DB7. Check any DB7 by registration number below.

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88.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.5%

vs Aston Martin Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Aston Martin DB7 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Aston Martin DB7 has an average MOT pass rate of 88.2%, which is 5.5 percentage points below the Aston Martin brand average of 93.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the DB7 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Aston Martin DB7 fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your DB7 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Aston Martin DB7, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Aston Martin DB7 performs at MOT across different model years.

2004

Based on 297 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.5%

Retest Rate

3.1%

2003

Based on 590 vehicles

88.6%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

10.1%

2002

Based on 679 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

8.8%

2001

Based on 783 vehicles

87.5%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

7.6%

2000

Based on 738 vehicles

86.9%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

9.1%

1999

Based on 576 vehicles

82.8%Good

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

10.1%

1998

Based on 617 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

3.9%

1997

Based on 669 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

5.6%

1996

Based on 505 vehicles

86.1%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

11.2%

1995

Based on 491 vehicles

85.7%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

9.1%

0

Based on 2,158 vehicles

86.9%Excellent

Aston Martin average: 93.7%

Mileage at 5yr

53k mi

Top MOT Failures — Aston Martin DB7

The most common reasons a Aston Martin DB7 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.0%

A tyre seriously damaged

2.8%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.6%

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

1.9%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.7%

Aston Martin DB7 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

1.3%

Front Offside

1.0%

Rear Offside

0.7%

Other Aston Martin Models

Compare MOT reliability across Aston Martin models.

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90.0% pass rate

Aston Martin Vanquish

92.6% pass rate

Aston Martin Vantage

94.2% pass rate

Aston Martin DB6

94.1% pass rate

Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster Auto

99.2% pass rate

Aston Martin Rapide

88.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Aston Martin DB7

Aston Martin DB7 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Aston Martin DB7 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Aston Martin DB7?

The average MOT pass rate for the Aston Martin DB7 is 88.2% compared to the Aston Martin average of 93.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Aston Martin DB7?

The most common MOT failures on the Aston Martin DB7 are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.0%), A tyre seriously damaged (2.8%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Aston Martin DB7 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 88.2%, the Aston Martin DB7 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Aston Martin DB7?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Aston Martin DB7?

Typical mileage for the Aston Martin DB7: 53,498 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used DB7 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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