Aston Martin Db9
From 7,754 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Db9s fare better: 2016 models pass at 95.2% vs 91.4% for 2005.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements and engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 68 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 lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 68 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 65 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 55 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 54 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 49 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 43 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 35 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 26 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 26 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 24 |
Aston Martin Db9 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 14 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 13.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 3,677 | 1,111 | +0 | -0 | +5 |
| 2025 Q2 | 3,758 | 1,025 | +0 | -14 | -14 |
| 2025 Q1 | 3,272 | 1,525 | +0 | -0 | +11 |
| 2024 Q4 | 3,209 | 1,577 | +1 | -0 | +7 |
| 2024 Q3 | 3,785 | 994 | +1 | -0 | +46 |
| 2024 Q2 | 3,878 | 855 | +0 | -0 | +138 |
| 2024 Q1 | 3,516 | 1,079 | +2 | -168 | -166 |
| 2023 Q4 | 3,393 | 1,368 | +3 | -19 | -16 |
8 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Db9 Auto | Petrol | 1,463 | 40% |
| Db9 V12 Auto | Petrol | 784 | 22% |
| Db9 Volante Auto | Petrol | 764 | 21% |
| Db9 | Petrol | 278 | 8% |
| Db9 Volante V12 Auto | Petrol | 119 | 3% |
| Db9 Gt V12 Auto | Petrol | 100 | 3% |
| Db9 Gt Volante V12 Auto | Petrol | 80 | 2% |
| Db9 Volante | Petrol | 52 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 95.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2015 | 97.4% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2014 | 96.8% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, lamp showing red light to the front, white light to the rear or has heavily reduced light intensity |
| 2013 | 94.4% | cable damaged or knotted, a tyre seriously damaged |
9 earlier years
| 2012 | 93.5% | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2011 | 91.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2010 | 92.5% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2009 | 94.7% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2008 | 90.7% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2007 | 91.6% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2006 | 93.1% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2005 | 91.4% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2004 | 89.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Db9s tested had between 20,468 and 56,661 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 37,863 median miles, the Db9 has 0.019 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Aston Martin models
| Aston Martin Vantage | 95.1% |
| Aston Martin Db11 | 96.7% |
| Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 92.9% |
| Aston Martin Dbs | 97.1% |
| Aston Martin Db7 | 87.6% |
Common questions
What is the Aston Martin Db9 MOT pass rate?
The Aston Martin Db9 has a 92.7% MOT pass rate based on 7,754 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Aston Martin Db9?
The most common MOT failure on the Aston Martin Db9 is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 68 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
How many Aston Martin Db9s are on UK roads?
There are 3,677 Aston Martin Db9s currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,111 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Aston Martin Db9 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Aston Martin Db9 is 37,863 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 20,468 and 56,661 miles.
Buying a used Db9?
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.