ASTON MARTIN DBS2008 · 5.9L PETROL

The 2025-06-13 MOT shows the Aston Martin DBS passed with three advisory items at 33,281 miles. The most recent test reveals minor concerns including slightly frayed offside front seat belt webbing, windscreen damage not affecting the driver's view, and slight corrosion on the offside rear outer brake hose ferrule. These advisories indicate the vehicle requires attention to safety-critical components before they become mandatory failure points. The maintenance trend appears relatively stable with only minor deterioration noted since the previous year's clean test. This 2008 DBS carries 33,281 miles after eighteen years, averaging approximately 1,849 miles annually. The low annual mileage suggests light use or extended storage periods throughout ownership. Mileage progression shows modest increases between tests: 31,361 to 31,789 miles over twelve months (2022-2023), then 31,789 to 32,486 miles (2023-2024), and finally 32,486 to 33,281 miles (2024-2025). The consistent low usage pattern indicates the vehicle has been carefully maintained rather than regularly driven hard. The 2023 failure on engine MIL malfunction and non-conforming registration plates required rectification before the subsequent pass. The recurring seat belt damage from 2022 through 2025 suggests this area needs immediate attention. Buyers should inspect the brake system thoroughly, particularly the rear brake hoses showing corrosion. The windscreen damage may worsen under temperature cycling typical in British conditions. Suspension components and rubber seals likely remain supple given the low mileage, though prolonged storage periods could have affected fluid condition and battery health despite the gentle usage figures.