2010 Aston Martin Rapide 5.9L Petrol · MX60 AUP

The most recent DVSA test on 28 March 2026, conducted at 94,833 miles, resulted in a failure because the rear brake pads were recorded as low, there was slight play in the near‑side front suspension, and the front windscreen washer was non‑functional (class 3.5 (a)). Earlier tests from 2014 to 2025 show a pattern of intermittent success punctuated by recurring brake and lamp defects, indicating that maintenance has not been consistently addressed and the overall trend is neither improving nor stabilising. The vehicle’s recorded mileage of 94,833 miles equates to roughly 5,900 miles per year over its 16‑year lifespan, a figure that is low for an automobile of this age. Acceleration occurred between 2015 and 2018, when mileage rose from 34,355 to 77,925 miles, but the annual increment slowed dramatically after 2018, with increments of less than 2,000 miles per year in the subsequent three years, suggesting prolonged periods of inactivity. A buyer should therefore concentrate on the components that have repeatedly appeared on the record. Inspection of the rear brake pads, brake discs and calipers is essential, as is checking for binding calipers, worn suspension bushes and coil springs, and the presence of any structural rust or corrosion that could compromise integrity. The front suspension play and the condition of the front brake discs, which were noted as worn in 2018, merit close examination, as do the tyres, which have shown edge wear and a structural lump in 2018, indicating possible suspension mis‑alignment or tyre failure. Given the low mileage and the documented wear patterns, the vehicle may have been stored for extended intervals, allowing components to deteriorate despite limited use. Verification that the recent brake and lamp faults have been fully remedied, that tyre tread depth meets legal limits, and that all suspension and structural elements are sound will be critical before any purchase is finalised.