ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE2008 · 4.3L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean MOT pass on 20 May 2026 at 36,529 miles where no defects were recorded. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory, as the recurring tyre advisories from previous years have been addressed. This transition to a clean certificate suggests the current owner is responding to MOT tester feedback rather than allowing minor faults to escalate into failures. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 36,529 miles represents exceptionally low usage, averaging 2,029 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-interval travel with gaps of roughly 600 to 700 miles between tests from 2022 to 2026. While this low mileage preserves the mechanical drivetrain and engine components, the long periods between uses often subject rubber-based components to degradation due to age rather than tread wear. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of all rubber elements, as the history highlights a persistent issue with perishing and cracking between 2023 and 2025. Even with low mileage, aged tyres, suspension bushes, and brake hoses are prone to dry rot and failure. The 2022 advisory regarding thin rear brake pads indicates that the braking system requires attention, so the buyer should check the discs for corrosion or pitting, which frequently occurs on vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods.