2007 Aston Martin Vantage 4.3L Petrol · S7 AOX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing mechanical and rubber-related wear. The most recent test in November 2025 at 46,442 miles identified play in the offside front steering rack inner jointss and a minor exhaust gas leak at the front clamp. These issues represent a departure from the clean records seen in 2022 and 2023, indicating that components are now actively failing despite the low mileage. At 19 years old, this Aston Martin Vantage has covered an de exceptionally low distance, averaging approximately 2,444 miles per year. This low-use profile explains the specific types of degradation noted in the history. Between May 2024 and November 2024, the car covered only 1,072 miles, yet the tester flagged perishing and cracking across three different tyres. This is a classic symptom of a vehicle that sits stationary for long periods, where the rubber compounds suffer from dry cracking due to age rather than friction-related tread wear. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and steering system. The May 2024 test flagged corrosion on all four lower coil springs, and the November 2025 test confirmed play in the steering rack inner joints. These findings suggest that the structural integrity of the suspension components is being compromised by age and lack of use. Additionally, the exhaust leak noted at the front clamp requires verification to ensure it does not progress into a larger failure, and all tyres should be checked for deep sidewall cracking regardless of remaining tread depth, as the history shows a pattern of age-related rubber failure.