1996 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 5.3L Petrol · P600 RCD

The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 22 October 2025 at 71,636 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This clean result mirrors previous tests back to 2021, indicating that the vehicle is kept to an exacting standard and that mechanical components are not failing under current operating conditions. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a thirty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,388 miles per year. Between November 2022 and October 2025, the car covered only 1,993 miles, moving from 69,643 to 71,636. This low usage suggests the car is likely used for occasional leisure or stored in a controlled environment. While this reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internals, it often introduces risks related to the age degradation of rubber-based components and fluid chemistry that MOT tests may not fully capture. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection focusing on areas prone to low-mileage neglect. The lack of structural rust advisories is encouraging, but the age of the vehicle necessitates checking for perished suspension bushes, split hoses, and brake lines that can crack regardless of mileage. Particular attention should be paid to the brake calipers for seized pistons, as vehicles that sit for long periods often suffer from internal corrosion or binding issues that do not manifest during a standard MOT test.