2015 Aston Martin Vantage 5.9L Petrol · WJ15 KFT

The 2015 Aston Martin Vantage currently holds no valid MOT certificate. The most recent test, conducted on 11 February 2026 at 36,093 miles, resulted in a failure due to a driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. This is a notable shift in the vehicle's maintenance trend. Prior to this failure, the record shows a stable and improving pattern of four consecutive passes with zero defects recorded between 2022 and 2025, indicating a period of consistent, trouble-free upkeep. The sudden appearance of a failure in 2026 breaks that clean run and suggests a new, unresolved fault has developed. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very low usage. The vehicle has covered just 36,093 miles over approximately eleven years, averaging roughly 3,281 miles per year. The annual increments between tests are remarkably consistent, hovering between 1,748 and 3,640 miles per year, with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps in the record. This steady, low-mileage accumulation points to light, regular use rather than long periods of neglect, which is generally favourable for a performance car of this age, reducing wear on drivetrain and suspension components. Despite the low mileage, the failed seat adjustment mechanism is a functional defect that requires attention. A buyer should physically test the full range of seat movement and check for any mechanical obstruction, stripped gears, or electrical failure in the adjustment motor. Given the car's low annual mileage, also inspect the condition of tyre sidewalls and date codes, as rubber degrades with age regardless of tread depth. The brake system and suspension bushes deserve close examination too, as infrequent use can lead to surface corrosion on brake discs and perishing of rubber components. The clean MOT history from 2022 through 2025 is reassuring, but the February 2026 failure means the vehicle cannot legally be driven on public roads until the defect is rectified and a fresh pass is obtained. A prospective buyer should treat this as a negotiation point and arrange an independent inspection focused on the seat mechanism, overall structural integrity, and any signs of long-term storage damage before committing to purchase.