Aston Martin Db7
From 3,795 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, 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.
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 52 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 40 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 39 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 38 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 30 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 28 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 25 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 23 |
| parking brake inoperative on one side | 23 |
| parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value | 22 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 30.3% of Db7 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 50% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £147.
Aston Martin Db7 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 18 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 2 newly registered, a net loss of 16. Now at 89.8% of its peak (2,780 in 2007 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,483 | 1,013 | +1 | -2 | -1 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,520 | 977 | +1 | -0 | +3 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,264 | 1,230 | +0 | -0 | +20 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,250 | 1,224 | +0 | -16 | -16 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,526 | 964 | +1 | -0 | +22 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,545 | 923 | +1 | -0 | +62 |
| 2024 Q1 | 1,384 | 1,022 | +0 | -94 | -94 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,344 | 1,156 | +1 | -7 | -6 |
6 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Db7 Auto | Petrol | 364 | 26% |
| Db7 Vantage Auto | Petrol | 352 | 25% |
| Db7 Vantage Volante Auto | Petrol | 305 | 22% |
| Db7 | Petrol | 171 | 12% |
| Db7 Vantage | Petrol | 141 | 10% |
| Db7 Vantage Volante | Petrol | 69 | 5% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 91.8% | body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2003 | 88.1% | vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2002 | 89% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2001 | 88.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
6 earlier years
| 2000 | 89.6% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
| 1999 | 82.4% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 1998 | 88% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
| 1997 | 88% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 1996 | 86.7% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 1995 | 84.5% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
Typical mileage
Half of all Db7s tested had between 43,336 and 71,913 miles on the clock.
At 53,029 median miles, the Db7 has 0.023 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Aston Martin models
| Aston Martin Vantage | 95.1% |
| Aston Martin Db9 | 92.7% |
| Aston Martin Db11 | 96.7% |
| Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 92.9% |
| Aston Martin Dbs | 97.1% |
Common questions
What is the Aston Martin Db7 MOT pass rate?
The Aston Martin Db7 has a 87.6% MOT pass rate based on 3,795 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Aston Martin Db7?
The most common MOT failure on the Aston Martin Db7 is the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, which caused 52 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
How many Aston Martin Db7s are on UK roads?
There are 1,483 Aston Martin Db7s currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,013 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Aston Martin Db7 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Aston Martin Db7 is 53,029 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 43,336 and 71,913 miles.
Buying a used Db7?
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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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.