2012 Aston Martin DB9 5.9L Petrol · W7 WKB

The DB9’s MOT history presents a stable roadworthiness record, with the most recent test on 22 May 2026 at 19,035 miles showing no defects—an encouraging sign of current compliance. The only recurring issue appears in the 2025 test , where all four tyres were flagged for slight cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)), a minor but notable advisory given the vehicle’s low annual mileage. No other advisories, faults, or major wear items (such as brakes, suspension, or structural corrosion) were recorded in the past four tests, suggesting the car has been well-maintained in core mechanical areas. The absence of repeated failures on critical systems—such as binding calipers, worn coil springs, or exhaust emissions—indicates no underlying neglect or mechanical degradation. The mileage pattern is unusually low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging just 1,360 miles per year , with the last 2,732 miles covered between the 2024 (17,033 miles) and 2026 (19,035 miles) tests—a period of 22 months . This suggests either infrequent use or prolonged storage, which can accelerate rubber degradation (as seen with the 2025 tyre advisories) while reducing wear on drivetrain and suspension components. The 1,269-mile gap between the 2022 (16,640 miles) and 2023 (16,879 miles) tests —over 15 months —further supports this. Such low mileage typically means less stress on consumables, but it also means components like brake pads, suspension bushes, and fluid seals may have seen minimal real-world cycling, potentially masking latent wear. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on tyre condition and age , given the 2025 advisories—even if the 2026 test passed, the cracking suggests the tyres may have been stored unsuitably or were nearing their service life. A closer inspection should verify brake system health , including disc thickness, pad wear, and caliper binding , as low-mileage vehicles can still develop corrosion or seized components from inactivity. The suspension geometry and bushings should be checked for stiffness or degradation, particularly if the car has spent extended periods stationary. Finally, while no structural corrosion was flagged, the underbody, sills, and wheel arches —common rust-prone areas on high-performance sports cars—should be thoroughly examined for hidden deterioration, especially if previous owners prioritised short-term storage over regular use.