ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE2013 · 5.9L PETROL

This car passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 with no defects at all, which is a positive sign. However, the three previous tests show a clear and recurring pattern of neglected tyre and wiper maintenance. The trend is best described as stable but with a history of poor routine care. While the last test was clean, the 2024 test recorded a badly cracked front tyre, a cut and worn rear tyre sidewall, and poor wipers. The 2023 test noted cracked front tyres, and the 2021 test flagged worn rear tyres and poor wipers. This pattern suggests the previous owner often let consumables run to a dangerous or borderline condition before replacing them, rather than staying ahead of wear. The mileage is very low for a 13-year-old car, averaging roughly 2,400 miles per year. This is ambiguous: it could mean the car was used sparingly and stored well, or it could indicate long periods of standing. Standing can cause tyres to crack and perish from age and UV exposure rather than tread wear, which fits the tyre cracking seen in the 2023 and 2024 tests. It also increases the risk of seized brakes, corroded suspension components, and dried-out seals.