2006 Aston Martin Vantage 4.3L Petrol · BO55 SMZ

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 29 May 2026, but it carries persistent advisories that indicate a lack of corrective maintenance. There is a clear and recurring mechanical pattern involving the front suspension. Both front shock absorbers have been flagged for oil misting since 2023, and the offside front coil spring has been noted as corroded since 2024. The condition trend for these specific components is stable but stagnant. Because these issues have appeared on four consecutive MOT tests without being resolved, the suspension is effectively deteriorating in place rather than being maintained. The recorded mileage is very low for a twenty-year-old car, averaging roughly 3,203 miles per year. While this suggests light use, such low mileage often implies long periods of standing, which can lead to the degradation of rubber seals in shock absorbers and the onset of corrosion on springs. A buyer should first physically inspect the front shock absorbers for active leaks and check the offside front coil spring for significant rust. It is also advisable to check the age and condition of the tyres, as low-mileage vehicles often have tyres that are legally treaded but aged and perished.