2005 Aston Martin DB9 5.9L Petrol · RB05 AML

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 3 May 2025—just 15 months ago—confirmed full roadworthiness with no defects recorded at 33,803 miles. This reflects a stable maintenance trend over the past three years, as the previous test on 17 May 2022 also passed without fail. While the absence of advisories or recurring faults suggests the vehicle has been kept in a state of basic compliance, the extended gap between tests (over three years between 2022 and 2025) raises questions about whether intermediate servicing or wear-and-tear checks were performed. The lack of any advisory notes in either test implies either diligent upkeep or a history of deferred maintenance that has yet to manifest in MOT failures. The recorded mileage of 33,803 miles over 21 years—approximately 1,610 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age and luxury classification. This suggests either minimal use or prolonged periods of storage, which can accelerate deterioration in components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers due to lack of motion. The gap between tests (3,981 miles between 2022 and 2025) is well within the 12-month MOT cycle, but the absence of any intermediate mileage data makes it impossible to confirm whether the vehicle was driven regularly or stood idle. Such low mileage does not inherently indicate poor condition, but it does warrant scrutiny of components prone to degradation from disuse, such as rubber seals, electrical connections, and fluid levels. Given the sparse MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of the suspension system, particularly the condition of rear coil springs and bushes, which are common failure points in high-performance vehicles of this age. The brakes—though not flagged in MOTs—should be assessed for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the rear discs, as low mileage does not preclude deterioration from moisture or lack of use. Structural integrity is another critical area; a thorough examination of the chassis for corrosion, especially around wheel arches and sills, is essential, as is checking for fluid leaks (coolant, brake, power steering) that could indicate neglected servicing. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are in perfect order, so visual and functional checks are mandatory.