2006 Aston Martin DB9 · 2,270 MOT tests
2006 Aston Martin DB9 reliability
2006 Aston Martin DB9s fail 10% of first MOT tests, 66% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 4 DB9 years (2,270 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Aston Martin DB9s: 9%)
- 10%
- first-time fail rate (all Aston Martin DB9s: 9%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 66% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 17
- 39,067
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 17
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 2,270
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2006 against the years either side
- 2005 cars: 68% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2006 car does worse)
- 2007 cars: 65% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2006 car does better)
- Strong point: suspension, 87% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2006 car carries a 55 plate (January–February 2006), or a 06 plate (March–August 2006), or a 56 plate (September–December 2006).
Common problems
What fails on a 2006 Aston Martin DB9
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics4%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors2.1%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks2%
- Brakes1.7%
- Tyres1.2%
- Suspension1.2%
- Wheels0.5%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 1.54%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 1.19%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Coil spring fractured or broken 1.01%
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
Position lamp not working 0.84%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
Headlamp aim set too low 0.79%
Headlamps aimed too low light the road poorly and reduce the driver's view ahead, especially at night.
Headlamp aim set too high 0.7%
Headlamps aimed too high can dazzle other drivers, and adjusting them is usually a quick job.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (5.51%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (5.29%) · Brake pads wearing thin (3.3%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (2.38%) · Brake hose ferrule slightly corroded (2.29%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (2.2%)
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2006 Aston Martin DB9 reliable?
2006 Aston Martin DB9s fail 10% of first MOT tests, 66% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 4 DB9 years (2,270 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2006 Aston Martin DB9 MOT?
Most often engine warning light inoperative or lit (1.54% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (1.19% of tests), coil spring fractured or broken (1.01% of tests).
How many miles should a 2006 Aston Martin DB9 have done?
At its MOT aged about 17, a typical 2006 Aston Martin DB9 shows 39,067 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2006 car?
A car first registered in 2006 carries a 55 plate (January–February 2006), or a 06 plate (March–August 2006), or a 56 plate (September–December 2006).
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