1965 Aston Martin DB5 4.0L Petrol · 3 DC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a consistent history of passing MOT tests. The most recent inspection in April 2024 at 30,507 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a period of clean records after a minor failure in 2021, showing that electrical issues were rectified and maintained through subsequent tests. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 61-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 500 miles per year. Between March 2022 and April 2024, the car covered only 965 miles, suggesting it is used sparingly for fair events or kept in dry storage. While this low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of rubber degradation in suspension bushes and perished brake lines, as well as potential corrosion on brake calipers due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the lighting system and structural areas that are often overlooked in such low-usage vehicles. The 2022 test required tape on the headlamps to adjust the beam pattern, which indicates a slight movement or misalignment of the units. Given the infrequent use, it is vital to verify the structural integrity of the chassis and check that the brake discs have not seized or corroded. Additionally, inspect the age of tyres and rubber hoses to ensure they have not cracked or degraded by age despite having significant tread depth.