2008 Aston Martin DBS 5.9L Petrol · CS08 RYL
2008 Aston Martin DBS (5.9L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 13,479 miles. MOT valid until 04 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- ASTON MARTIN DBS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 13,479 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 5.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
CS08 RYL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2026
- 13,479 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
CS08 RYL Mileage History
- 20/05/202312,504 mi
- 30/05/202312,504 mi
- 24/07/202412,921 mi+417 mi
- 05/02/202613,479 mi+558 mi
Average of roughly 359 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
CS08 RYL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Aston Martin Dbs (CS08 RYL) between May 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
Common Problems: ASTON MARTIN DBS
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Carbon Ceramic Brake Wear(Serious)
While they last a long time, the rotors are incredibly expensive. Pitting or surface degradation means a massive bill is coming.
- Door Handle & Timing Cover Issues(Moderate)
The DBS is not immune to the standard VH platform faults of sagging handles and oil weeps.
- V12 Coil Pack and Spark Plug Failure(Moderate)
The DBS shares the V12 with the DB9 and is equally prone to coil pack failures caused by heat soak in the engine valley. Replacement requires removing both intake manifolds, making it a labor-intensive job.
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- Carbon Ceramic Brake WearSerious
While they last a long time, the rotors are incredibly expensive. Pitting or surface degradation means a massive bill is coming.
- Door Handle & Timing Cover IssuesModerate
The DBS is not immune to the standard VH platform faults of sagging handles and oil weeps.
- V12 Coil Pack and Spark Plug FailureModerate
The DBS shares the V12 with the DB9 and is equally prone to coil pack failures caused by heat soak in the engine valley. Replacement requires removing both intake manifolds, making it a labor-intensive job.
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