2012 Aston Martin DBS 5.9L Petrol · K1 SDT
2012 Aston Martin DBS (5.9L, petrol). First registered 15/03/2012. Recorded mileage 29,307 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ASTON MARTIN DBS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 29,307 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 5935cc
K1 SDT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2025
- 29,307 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
K1 SDT Mileage History
- 19/05/202327,289 mi
- 17/05/202427,685 mi+396 mi
- 18/05/202427,685 mi
- 25/04/202529,307 mi+1,622 mi
Average of roughly 1,043 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
K1 SDT 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 2012 Aston Martin Dbs (K1 SDT) between May 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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