2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 4.3L Petrol · GC02 AML

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 with 14,549 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, though a recurring oil leak has persisted over the last two years. While the leak was noted as not excessive in both 2023 and 2024, its continuity suggests a persistent seal issue that has not been addressed by the previous owner. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 727 miles per year. Data shows significant intervals between use, such as the 984-mile gap between December 2022 and November 2023, and another 516 miles covered in the following year. This low-frequency usage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it also increases the risk of age-related failures, such as the degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid chemistry from sitting stationary. A physical inspection must focus on the engine to identify the source of the oil leak flagged in the 2023 and 2024 tests. The failure in November 2023 at 11,511 miles due to a damaged sidewall on the nearside front tyre indicates that the vehicle may have suffered from impact damage or neglect. Given the low annual mileage, the buyer should specifically check the condition of the tyres for flat spotting or dry rot, as well as the brake discs for corrosion and seized calipers, which are common in cars that are not driven regularly.