2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage · 3,594 MOT tests
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage reliability
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantages fail 10.3% of first MOT tests, 68% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 4 V8 Vantage years (3,594 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Aston Martin V8 Vantages: 8.8%)
- 10.3%
- first-time fail rate (all Aston Martin V8 Vantages: 8.8%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 68% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 17
- 46,655
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 17
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 3,594
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2006 against the years either side
- 2005 cars: 66% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2006 car does better)
- 2007 cars: 71% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2006 car does worse)
- Strong point: suspension, 83% 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 V8 Vantage
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics3.4%
- Brakes2.2%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks2%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors1.9%
- Suspension1.8%
- Tyres1.5%
- Number plates and VIN0.4%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 1.28%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Coil spring fractured or broken 1.14%
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 0.72%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Headlamp aim set too low 0.61%
Headlamps aimed too low light the road poorly and reduce the driver's view ahead, especially at night.
Direction indicator not working 0.53%
A failed indicator hides your turns from other road users, which is dangerous and must be repaired before driving.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 0.53%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (5.29%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (4.54%) · Brake pads wearing thin (2.67%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (2.23%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (2.2%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (2.03%)
Other years
Every Aston Martin V8 Vantage year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage reliable?
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantages fail 10.3% of first MOT tests, 68% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 4 V8 Vantage years (3,594 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage MOT?
Most often engine warning light inoperative or lit (1.28% of tests), coil spring fractured or broken (1.14% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (0.72% of tests).
How many miles should a 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage have done?
At its MOT aged about 17, a typical 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage shows 46,655 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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