2007 Aston Martin DB9 5.9L Petrol · OO03 KSS

Across eight recorded MOT tests spanning from March 2018 through to January 2026, this DB9 presents a notably clean roadworthiness profile, with every entry resulting in a pass and only two minor advisories logged across the entire period. The most recent test on 14 January 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing a sequence of clean outcomes that stretches back through 2025, 2023, 2021, 2020, and 2019. The single advisory from October 2022 noted a nearside front outer tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on its edge, while the earlier advisory from March 2018 flagged a nearside front inner brake pad wearing low. Both items are routine consumable concerns rather than structural or corrosion-related defects, and neither has reappeared in subsequent tests, suggesting those wear items were addressed at the time. The recorded mileage of 45,984 miles over approximately 19 years equates to an average annual accumulation of around 2,420 miles, which is low for a vehicle of this age. There are notable gaps in the testing history, including a period between October 2022 and January 2025 where no MOT tests appear, and a further absence of recorded tests between 2018 and 2019. Such gaps, combined with the modest annual mileage, indicate that the car has likely seen extended periods of limited use or lay-up between active periods. For an Aston Martin DB9, which features complex bonded aluminium bodywork, sophisticated suspension geometry, and braking components designed for high performance, prolonged standing can introduce specific mechanical concerns such as seized brake caliper pistons, deteriorated rubber bushings, perished coolant hoses, and stale brake fluid, none of which would typically be flagged during standard MOT testing unless they have reached a point of visible failure. Given the advisory history, particular attention should be paid to the nearside front corner on a physical inspection and test drive. The 2022 advisory regarding an outer tyre worn on its edge warrants checking the current nearside front tyre for uneven shoulder wear, which on a DB9 can indicate worn front suspension bushes, a failing upper or lower wishbone component, or a geometry issue stemming from the car’s independent double-wishbone front suspension. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front over uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or wandering from the steering through corners. The 2018 advisory on the nearside front inner brake pad, combined with the low overall mileage, suggests that brake discs on this vehicle may have been subject to corrosion pitting or lipping due to infrequent use. On a test drive, any vibration through the brake pedal, judder under heavy braking, or a pulsating sensation should be investigated, as should the smooth operation of the calipers when cold, which can bind if a car has been left standing for extended periods. Beyond the flagged components, a prospective buyer should commission an independent pre-purchase inspection from a specialist familiar with the DB9 platform, as MOT testing alone does not assess the condition of the engine, transmission, fluid health, or electronic systems. Specific items to verify include the state of the timing chains and service history, the operation of the automated manual transmission or torque convertor, and the condition of any visible underbody aluminium components for signs of galvanic corrosion or damage from kerbing. A thorough road test should include sustained acceleration to confirm smooth power delivery, monitoring of all dashboard warning lamps for ABS, traction control, and airbag systems, and a careful listen for any mechanical rattles or clonks from the rear suspension and exhaust mounting points when stationary and at speed.