2005 Aston Martin DB9 5.9L Petrol · KE05 AEV

The Aston Martin DB9 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the most recent MOT test on 22 April 2025 at 27,780 miles which recorded no defects. Prior examinations show the same clean outcome, with the April 2017 test at 27,629 miles, July 2018 at 27,689 miles, and July 2019 at 27,731 miles all passing without advisories. The only blemish is a failure on 9 July 2019 at 27,726 miles, where the tester logged no specific defects, and the vehicle passed nine days later at 27,731 miles, indicating an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle. The record shows just 151 miles added between April 2017 and July 2019, then a near-static 49 miles from July 2019 to April 2025. This equates to roughly 1,323 miles per year against the vehicle's age. A six-year gap separates the 2019 and 2025 tests, meaning the car likely stood unused for extended periods. Sparse, clean records prevent detailed wear analysis, but long storage carries known risks for elite sports cars of this era. A buyer should commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and damper seals given the prolonged standing, as rubber components degrade with inactivity rather than use. Brake discs and calipers warrant close examination for corrosion and binding after six years without recorded movement. Structural underbody points and exhaust emissions systems need verification that storage did not induce hidden rot or perished hoses. The absence of advisories across five tests suggests previous owners addressed consumables before each examination. Low annual mileage implies light mechanical loading, yet the 2019 failure with no logged defect remains unexplained. Prospective purchasers should obtain independent confirmation of the 2025 test authenticity and inspect for undocumented accident repair before completion.