Aston Martin Dbs
From 4,102 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Dbss fare better: 2021 models pass at 99.3% vs 96.8% for 2019.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, caused 16 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.
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 16 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 15 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 11 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 10 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 9 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 8 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 6 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 4 |
Aston Martin Dbs on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 5 newly registered in the past year with 1 leaving, a net gain of 4. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,655 | 393 | +2 | -1 | +1 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,669 | 378 | +2 | -0 | +4 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,537 | 506 | +0 | -0 | +8 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,533 | 502 | +1 | -0 | +6 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,652 | 377 | +1 | -0 | +1 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,687 | 341 | +1 | -0 | +36 |
| 2024 Q1 | 1,603 | 389 | +8 | -33 | -25 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,545 | 472 | +17 | -3 | +14 |
7 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dbs Superleggera V12 Auto | Petrol | 790 | 50% |
| Dbs V12 2+2 Auto | Petrol | 270 | 17% |
| Dbs | Petrol | 169 | 11% |
| Dbs V12 | Petrol | 121 | 8% |
| Dbs Volante V12 Auto | Petrol | 116 | 7% |
| Dbs V8 | Petrol | 61 | 4% |
| Dbs V12 Volante Auto | Petrol | 55 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 99.3% | a tyre seriously damaged, indicator or hazard warning switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 98.9% | a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 96.8% | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2018 | 99.6% | - |
5 earlier years
| 2012 | 96.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2011 | 96.4% | 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 |
| 2010 | 94.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2009 | 95.3% | a tyre seriously damaged, stop lamps remain on when the brakes are released |
| 2008 | 95.9% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Dbss tested had between 7,138 and 17,775 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 10,834 median miles, the Dbs has 0.027 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 Db7 | 87.6% |
Common questions
What is the Aston Martin Dbs MOT pass rate?
The Aston Martin Dbs has a 97.1% MOT pass rate based on 4,102 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Aston Martin Dbs?
The most common MOT failure on the Aston Martin Dbs is windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, which caused 16 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
How many Aston Martin Dbss are on UK roads?
There are 1,655 Aston Martin Dbss currently licensed on UK roads, with 393 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Aston Martin Dbs at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Aston Martin Dbs is 10,834 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,138 and 17,775 miles.
Buying a used Dbs?
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.