2017 Aston Martin DB11 5.2L Petrol · 100 WMT

Low annual mileage and an almost entirely clean DVSA record characterise this 2017 Aston Martin DB11, with the most recent test on 27 November 2025 returning a Pass and no items of concern severe enough to constitute a failure. Across five recorded tests spanning 2021 to 2025, only one clean Pass was interrupted by advisories, and those advisories cluster predictably around consumable wear rather than structural or corrosion-related deterioration. The pattern points to a car that has been used lightly and serviced conscientiously, with the only niggle of note being a minor defect for an inner stop lamp with one of its multiple light sources not functioning, a trivial electrical issue that is easily rectified. Taken in isolation, the MOT history is reassuring and suggests no chronic or developing mechanical concerns flagged by the tester. Recorded mileage of 38,301 miles across nine years equates to roughly 4,256 miles per year, which is notably low for a vehicle of this type and age. There are no unusual gaps in the testing history that would suggest a long period off the road, and the mileage progression between tests appears steady and consistent, indicating the car has been in regular if sparing use rather than abandoned for extended lay-ups. For a grand tourer of this calibre, low mileage reduces wear on the high-cost consumables such as clutches, dampers, and brake components, but it also raises the usual considerations associated with infrequent use, namely the potential for dried seals, oxidised brake fluid, and stale oils. The advisory record already hints at the brake system having seen typical urban wear, with front discs showing pitting and pad material approaching the replacement threshold, which is consistent with gentle rather than aggressive use. For a prospective buyer, the front brake system should be the first port of call on inspection, as the November 2025 test recorded both front discs as worn and pitted and the front pads as wearing thin. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squeal under light braking, feel for vibration through the pedal that would indicate lipped or corroded discs, and check visually for pad material thickness through the caliper window. The rear brake pads were also flagged as wearing thin at the same test, so the same inspection applies to the rear axle, and it is worth confirming whether any of these items have been addressed since the test was carried out. Given the relatively modest mileage, the fact that pads and discs are nearing replacement suggests they may be original equipment and could benefit from renewal as part of any purchase negotiation. The front tyres were also noted as being close to the legal limit at the 2025 test, having been a recurring theme from the 2021 advisory which flagged the rear inner edges as worn, an alignment-related issue. On inspection, check the inner shoulders of all four tyres for feathering or accelerated wear, and consider a four-wheel geometry check to rule out any underlying suspension geometry drift. On the test drive, pay particular attention to the suspension for any knocking or clonking over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn bushes or drop links given the car's age, and listen for any clonking from the front end under braking that might suggest caliper slide pin wear. The stop lamp fault is a simple bulb or LED unit replacement, but it is worth confirming all lighting functions operate correctly, and a general inspection of fluid levels, coolant hose condition, and any signs of oil leakage from the V12 engine bay would be prudent given the relatively low mileage and the propensity for seals to harden when a car is not driven hard or often.