Aston Martin Db11
From 6,763 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Db11s fare better: 2021 models pass at 98.7% vs 95.7% for 2017.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 52 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 52 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 17 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 14 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 13 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 12 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 12 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 8 |
| front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 7 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 6 |
Aston Martin Db11 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 33 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 33.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2,460 | 147 | +0 | -13 | -13 |
| 2025 Q2 | 2,478 | 142 | +0 | -0 | +21 |
| 2025 Q1 | 2,399 | 200 | +0 | -16 | -16 |
| 2024 Q4 | 2,422 | 193 | +0 | -4 | -4 |
| 2024 Q3 | 2,493 | 126 | +0 | -0 | +13 |
| 2024 Q2 | 2,490 | 116 | +1 | -0 | +20 |
| 2024 Q1 | 2,449 | 137 | +0 | -35 | -35 |
| 2023 Q4 | 2,455 | 166 | +2 | -11 | -9 |
4 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Db11 V12 Auto | Petrol | 947 | 38% |
| Db11 V8 Auto | Petrol | 679 | 28% |
| Db11 V8 Volante Auto | Petrol | 640 | 26% |
| Db11 Amr V12 Auto | Petrol | 194 | 8% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 98.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2020 | 96.3% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view |
| 2019 | 95.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 97.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
2 earlier years
| 2017 | 95.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
| 2016 | 99.2% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Db11s tested had between 10,597 and 22,167 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,585 median miles, the Db11 has 0.018 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Aston Martin models
| Aston Martin Vantage | 95.1% |
| Aston Martin Db9 | 92.7% |
| Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 92.9% |
| Aston Martin Dbs | 97.1% |
| Aston Martin Db7 | 87.6% |
Common questions
What is the Aston Martin Db11 MOT pass rate?
The Aston Martin Db11 has a 96.7% MOT pass rate based on 6,763 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Aston Martin Db11?
The most common MOT failure on the Aston Martin Db11 is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 52 failures. Other common issues include windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen.
How many Aston Martin Db11s are on UK roads?
There are 2,460 Aston Martin Db11s currently licensed on UK roads, with 147 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Aston Martin Db11 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Aston Martin Db11 is 18,585 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,597 and 22,167 miles.
Buying a used Db11?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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