AK8 - ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE
MOT: ValidGB
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The Aston Martin V8 Vantage, often referred to simply as the V8 Vantage, is a distinguished model from the renowned British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin. Introduced in the early 2000s, this vehicle exemplifies the brand’s commitment to blending performance with elegance. Manufactured in Gaydon, England, the V8 Vantage features a potent V8 engine that delivers impressive power and agility, making it a standout in its class. Its sleek design, combined with advanced engineering and luxurious touches, ensures a driving experience that is both exhilarating and refined. As a symbol of British automotive craftsmanship, the V8 Vantage continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike with its timeless appeal and exceptional performance.
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Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 21 MOT tests
This Aston Martin V8 Vantage (registration AK8) was manufactured in 1995 and first registered in April 1995. It has a blue exterior and is equipped with a 5,340cc petrol engine. The vehicle is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted on 16 June 2025 and valid until 15 June 2026. The recorded mileage is 37,530 miles. The MOT advisories include play in the steering rack inner joint(s), worn anti-roll bar linkage pins or bushes on both front and rear, and slight seepage from the power steering pipe or hose. No CO2 emissions data is available. Mechanical observations suggest some wear in suspension and steering components, but no immediate safety issues are indicated.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
21
Passed Tests
18
Failed Tests
3
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 16 June 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,530 mi
Expires: 15 June 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Passed - 06 June 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,470 mi
Expires: 05 June 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 16 May 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,463 mi
Expires: 15 May 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 10 May 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,386 mi
Expires: 10 May 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 11 May 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,213 mi
Expires: 10 May 2022
Failed - 10 May 2021 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,197 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
- Major Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Passed - 26 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,115 mi
Expires: 25 June 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 15 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,021 mi
Expires: 14 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Advisory Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 06 May 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,988 mi
Expires: 02 June 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Slight wear in steering rack inner joints
Failed - 06 May 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,988 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Slight wear in steering rack inner joints
Passed - 12 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,485 mi
Expires: 02 June 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 03 June 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,438 mi
Passed - 03 June 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,438 mi
Expires: 02 June 2015
Passed - 30 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,235 mi
Expires: 29 May 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Passed - 14 April 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,184 mi
Expires: 13 April 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed - 29 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,691 mi
Expires: 02 April 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Passed - 23 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,308 mi
Expires: 02 April 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 03 April 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,844 mi
Expires: 02 April 2010
Passed - 04 March 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 32,653 mi
Expires: 03 March 2009
Passed - 13 June 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,865 mi
Expires: 15 June 2008
Passed - 13 June 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,725 mi
Expires: 15 June 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for AK8?
The MOT expires on 15 June 2026.
What is the tax status of AK8?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 November 2025.
What are the specifications of AK8?
This is a 1995 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 5340cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of AK8?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.