2005 Aston Martin DB9 5.9L Petrol · RX54 XAR
2005 Aston Martin DB9 (5.9L, petrol). First registered 24 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 71,787 miles. MOT expired on 28 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- ASTON MARTIN DB9
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,787 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RX54 XAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2024
- 71,787 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RX54 XAR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Aston Martin Db9 (RX54 XAR) between November 2021 and September 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 September 2024 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 (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
RX54 XAR Mileage History
- 11/11/202160,128 mi
- 25/11/202160,195 mi+67 mi
- 22/09/202265,231 mi+5,036 mi
- 27/09/202471,783 mi+6,552 mi
- 30/09/202471,787 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 4,040 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Aston Martin Aston Martin DB9
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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Common Problems: ASTON MARTIN DB9
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- V12 Timing Cover Oil Leaks(Moderate)
Like the V8, the V12 is prone to weeping oil from the front cover. On the V12, this often requires the entire front end of the car to be dismantled.
- V12 Coil Pack & Spark Plug Failure(Moderate)
Heat soak in the V12 "valley" kills coil packs. Replacement requires removing both intake manifolds, making it a very expensive labor-heavy job.
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- V12 Timing Cover Oil LeaksModerate
Like the V8, the V12 is prone to weeping oil from the front cover. On the V12, this often requires the entire front end of the car to be dismantled.
- V12 Coil Pack & Spark Plug FailureModerate
Heat soak in the V12 "valley" kills coil packs. Replacement requires removing both intake manifolds, making it a very expensive labor-heavy job.
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