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2012 Aston Martin DBS 5.9L Petrol · CAL 285

CAL 285

2012 Aston Martin DBS (5.9L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 15,268 miles. MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
ASTON MARTIN DBS
Year / Origin
2012 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29 Oct 2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
15,268 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 5.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 Oct 2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
5935cc
Mechanical Assessment

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A consistent track record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with eight consecutive MOT passes recorded since 2017 without a single defect or advisory. This stability is evidenced by the most recent clean pass on 30 October 2025, confirming that the vehicle has met the minimum legal requirements for road safety without the chronic mechanical failures or recurring advisories often associated with vehicles of this age. The recorded mileage of 15,268 miles is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old car, averaging approximately 1,091 miles per year. A notable gap in the testing history occurs between September 2022 and October 2024, which indicates the vehicle may have been stored or otherwise unused for a significant period. This usage profile suggests that while traditional wear and tear on the drivetrain is likely minimal, the mechanical risks are shifted toward the effects of long-term inactivity. As the MOT history is devoid of specific failures, there are no recorded issues with subframe corrosion, oil leaks, or suspension bushes to specifically target. Inspection should instead focus on the physical condition of rubber seals and the operation of the braking system. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for any unusual knocks from the suspension linkages and feel for any binding in the brake calipers or a lack of smoothness in the steering, as these are common symptoms in vehicles that have spent extended periods stationary.

CAL 285 Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
  • 15,268 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Aston Martin Aston Martin DBS

Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

CAL 285 Mileage History

  1. 06/09/202215,214 mi
  2. 24/10/202415,260 mi+46 mi
  3. 30/10/202515,268 mi+8 mi

Average of roughly 17 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

CAL 285 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 10:03
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Aston Martin Dbs (CAL 285) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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ADVISORY

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