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1997 Aston Martin DB7 3.2L Petrol · R277 DSF

R277 DSF

1997 Aston Martin DB7 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 53,264 miles. MOT valid until 01/02/2027. Taxed until 01/01/2027.

Make & Model
ASTON MARTIN DB7
Year / Origin
1997 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01/02/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/01/2027)
Recorded Mileage
53,264 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 01/02/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/01/2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
3239cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT on 2026-02-02 confirmed the 1997 Aston Martin DB7 passed with no defects recorded. The vehicle has maintained a clean MOT history since 2021, with all tests resulting in passes and no defects noted. This suggests the car has been well-maintained and shows no immediate safety risks based on the available data. The vehicle’s mileage of 53,264 miles is unusually low for its age (29 years), averaging around 1,837 miles per year. This could indicate periods of inactivity or light use, which may lead to issues like rubber component perishing or fluid degradation. However, the absence of recorded defects in recent MOTs suggests these risks have not yet manifested. The low mileage does not definitively indicate wear from use but warrants scrutiny of components prone to aging, such as seals, hoses, and suspension bushes. The MOT history shows a stable pattern with no recurring issues. All tests from 2021 to 2026 were passes, and no defects were recorded. This implies the car has not developed mechanical problems over the past five years.

R277 DSF Key Findings

  • 18 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
  • 53,264 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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R277 DSF Mileage History

  1. 20/09/200637,161 mi
  2. 17/06/200840,149 mi+2,988 mi
  3. 10/05/201041,825 mi+1,676 mi
  4. 03/04/201242,292 mi+467 mi
  5. 04/04/201242,292 mi
  6. 29/04/201342,659 mi+367 mi
  7. 29/04/201342,659 mi
  8. 08/04/201543,944 mi+1,285 mi
  9. 21/06/201644,615 mi+671 mi
  10. 08/12/201745,390 mi+775 mi
  11. 10/04/201845,707 mi+317 mi
  12. 15/04/201947,431 mi+1,724 mi
  13. 26/06/202048,675 mi+1,244 mi
  14. 23/07/202149,205 mi+530 mi
  15. 26/07/202249,664 mi+459 mi
  16. 21/04/202350,398 mi+734 mi
  17. 10/12/202453,122 mi+2,724 mi
  18. 02/02/202653,264 mi+142 mi

Average of roughly 831 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

R277 DSF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 21:14
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

18 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Aston Martin Db7 (R277 DSF) between September 2006 and February 2026.

The record contains 16 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 02 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.

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