2005 Aston Martin DB9 5.9L Petrol · 3 HLC

The Aston Martin DB9 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 11 June 2026 at 25,048 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is a significant turnaround from the advisory-laden tests of 2023 and 2024, suggesting a previous owner has addressed the tyre wear issues that once plagued the car. The current roadworthiness status is strong, with no active advisories or failures to concern a prospective buyer. The mileage profile tells a story of exceptionally gentle use. Across roughly 21 years, the car has covered only 25,048 miles, averaging around 1,193 miles annually. The record shows a notable gap between the September 2021 test at 18,768 miles and the May 2024 test at 21,569 miles, a span of nearly three years yielding just 2,801 miles. That points to prolonged periods of standing, which demands careful attention to fluid degradation, tyre age, and brake condition despite the low odometer reading. The subsequent jump to 24,335 miles by May 2025 and then 25,048 by June 2026 indicates the car has been used more regularly in the past two years, which is actually beneficial for keeping mechanical components exercised. The recurring theme across the MOT history is front tyre wear, specifically on the outer edges, flagged in both the May 2023 and May 2024 tests. Edge wear on both front tyres typically points to aggressive cornering, underinflation, or worn suspension bushes and tracking misalignment. The fact that the June 2026 test recorded no tyre-related defects suggests the issue has been resolved, but a buyer should still inspect the inner and outer edges of all four tyres closely and have the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and wheel alignment checked to confirm the root cause was properly corrected rather than masked by a fresh set of rubber. Beyond the tyres, the absence of any structural corrosion, exhaust, braking, or lighting defects across the entire recorded history is reassuring for a car of this age and value. Still, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the condition of the brake discs and pads, which can corrode from infrequent use, and the age of all fluid services given the long stationary periods implied by the mileage pattern. The clean recent record is encouraging, but low-mileage grand tourers demand scrutiny that goes well beyond what an MOT can reveal.