ASTON MARTIN DBS2012 · 5.9L PETROL
Vehicle Insight Summary
ASTON MARTIN DBS (2012, PETROL, 5935cc) — mileage recorded at 8,582. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 5935cc
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2012 Aston Martin Dbs (V121 DBS), we found 5 MOT results in the period of July 2021 to May 2026.
Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.
There are 3 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
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Our Verdict
This 2012 Aston Martin DBS is a strong buy for a collector or enthusiast, with an unbroken MOT pass record and exceptionally low mileage for its age. Just be aware that no aggregate model reliability data is available, so condition depends heavily on this individual car's history.
Given the low mileage and clean MOT record, focus your negotiations on provenance and service history rather than outstanding defects. A 2012 DBS with only 8,582 miles should have a full Aston Martin main dealer or specialist service record to justify its value and confirm the V12 has been exercised periodically to avoid storage-related issues. Ask for evidence of cambelt or recommended interval work, as low-use exotic cars can suffer from perished seals and flat spots if not maintained correctly.
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Data Sources
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Common Problems: ASTON MARTIN DBS
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Carbon Ceramic Brake Wear(Serious)
While they last a long time, the rotors are incredibly expensive. Pitting or surface degradation means a massive bill is coming.
- Door Handle & Timing Cover Issues(Moderate)
The DBS is not immune to the standard VH platform faults of sagging handles and oil weeps.
- V12 Coil Pack and Spark Plug Failure(Moderate)
The DBS shares the V12 with the DB9 and is equally prone to coil pack failures caused by heat soak in the engine valley. Replacement requires removing both intake manifolds, making it a labor-intensive job.
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