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Aston Martin DBS MOT pass rate and common problems

95.4% of Aston Martin DBS models passed the 2024 MOT (based on 1,506 first tests): 94.3% at the first attempt and 1.1% after a fix at the test centre (PRS). About 1 in 10 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 79% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 20.6 (95% CI 16.8–25.3; 100 = normal).

Aston Martin DBS at a glance, 2024 MOT
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
MOT pass rate95.4%incl. 1.1% fixed at the test centre20241506
Passed at the first attempt94.3%all first tests20241506
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 16.8–25.3)20.6index100 = normal for its age · rank 15 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)20241506
Biggest excess: Visibility2.3per 1007.9 same-age2019–20246532
Dangerous defects1.4per 10011.2 UK, not age-adjusted2019–20246532
Advisory items38.2per 100127.1 UK, not age-adjusted2019–20246532
strip · Aston Martin DBS · MOT Risk Index · 20.6 vs 100 = normal · 2024
MOT Risk Index · Aston Martin DBS. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 15 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 9 and 26 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Aston Martin DBS index position among 761 models
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Rank15of 761published models, 1 = fails least for its age20241506
Best rank within its 95% interval9rankother models held where they are20241506
Worst rank within its 95% interval26rankother models held where they are20241506

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Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 16.7 to 20.6 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.

What actually fails on an Aston Martin DBS MOT, and how often?

Aston Martin DBS MOTs fail most often on ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 5.2 per 100 tests, against 18.2 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 6,532).

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment · 5.2 vs 18.2 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment5.2per 10018.22019–2024337
Visibility2.3per 1007.92019–2024152
Tyres2.1per 1009.02019–2024135
Brakes1.1per 10011.82019–202471

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 6,532 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Aston Martin DBS's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?

Aston Martin DBS advisories turn into fails less often than on the median model; the one to watch is tyres: advisories on it became a fail at the next MOT 3.3% of the time.

funnel · Aston Martin DBS · Tyres · 3.3 vs median model · 2019–2024
Advisories on tyres: 3.3 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres3.3% next failmedian model2019–2024579

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

My Aston Martin DBS got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?

Aston Martin DBS MOTs flag tyres most: 23.6 advisories per 100 tests, against 39.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 6,532).

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Tyres · 23.6 vs 39.7 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres23.6per 10039.72019–20241541
Brakes6per 10034.72019–2024390
Suspension4.2per 10026.22019–2024275
Non-component advisories1.4per 1007.82019–202490

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 6,532 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What is likely to fail next on an Aston Martin DBS?

For Aston Martin DBS models aged 9 to 11 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 3.4% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 1,396).

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass · 2.1 vs baseline · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass2.1% next fail2019–2024571
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.1% next fail2019–2024571
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 389 cars)2.8% next fail2019–2024389
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 389 cars)2.6% next fail2019–2024389
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 389 cars)1.8% next fail2019–2024389
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 90 cars)8.9% next fail2019–202490
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass3.4% next fail2019–20241396
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass1.1% next fail2019–20241396
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass1% next fail2019–20241396
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.7% next fail2019–20241396
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.5% next fail2019–20241396
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.5% next fail2019–20241396
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20241396
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 308 cars)6.2% next fail2019–2024308
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 308 cars)4.5% next fail2019–2024308
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 308 cars)2.6% next fail2019–2024308
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 161 cars)6.2% next fail2019–2024161
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass4% next fail2019–2024900
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass2.8% next fail2019–2024900
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass1.1% next fail2019–2024900
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass1% next fail2019–2024900
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass0.7% next fail2019–2024900
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 182 cars)7.1% next fail2019–2024182
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 182 cars)4.4% next fail2019–2024182
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 182 cars)4.4% next fail2019–2024182
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 93 cars)6.5% next fail2019–202493

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How often does an Aston Martin DBS get a dangerous MOT defect?

The Aston Martin DBS gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 1.4 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 9.2 major and 2.5 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).

bullet · Aston Martin DBS · Dangerous defects · 1.4 vs 11.2 · 2019–2024
Dangerous defects: 1.4 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Dangerous defects1.4per 10011.22019–20246532

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 6,532 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Aston Martin DBS still pass its MOT in a few years?

First-time MOT failures for the Aston Martin DBS go from 1.5% at age 3 (rough estimate: 134 tests, 95% interval 0.4–5.3%) to 9.0% at age 16 (rough estimate: 111 tests, 95% interval 5.0–15.8%), against 43.1% for all cars aged 16 (rough estimate: 111 tests, 95% interval 5.0–15.8%) (2024, n = 1,506).

line · Aston Martin DBS · Age 3 (rough estimate: 134 tests, 95% interval 0.4–5.3%) · 1.5 vs 12.4 · 2024
Age 3 (rough estim: 1.5. Age 16 (rough esti: 9.0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3 (rough estimate: 134 tests, 95% interval 0.4–5.3%)1.5% failed first time12.42024134
Age 4 (rough estimate: 202 tests, 95% interval 1.4–6.3%)3.0% failed first time13.12024202
Age 5 (rough estimate: 319 tests, 95% interval 2.4–6.9%)4.1% failed first time15.12024319
Age 6 (rough estimate: 59 tests, 95% interval 0.3–9.0%)1.7% failed first time17.5202459
Age 12 (rough estimate: 115 tests, 95% interval 4.2–14.2%)7.8% failed first time35.72024115
Age 13 (rough estimate: 134 tests, 95% interval 3.1–11.3%)6.0% failed first time38.22024134
Age 14 (rough estimate: 187 tests, 95% interval 5.8–14.1%)9.1% failed first time40.42024187
Age 15 (rough estimate: 200 tests, 95% interval 6.2–14.4%)9.5% failed first time41.62024200
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 16 (rough estimate: 111 tests, 95% interval 5.0–15.8%)9.0% failed first time43.12024111

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How does the Aston Martin DBS compare with cars of its own age and size?

At every age shown, Aston Martin DBS models fail first time no more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 15, where they fail less often: 8.8% against 36.0% (2024, n = 308).

line · Aston Martin DBS · Age 3 · 3.1 vs 10.8 · 2024
Age 3: 3.1. Age 15: 8.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 33.1% fail10.82024712
Age 42.6% fail12.32024582
Age 54.7% fail14.22024384
Age 811.3% fail20.52024240
Age 98.7% fail23.12024447
Age 109.3% fail25.62024642
Age 118.5% fail28.22024744
Age 128.5% fail30.62024754
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 137.2% fail32.62024652
Age 148.1% fail34.62024497
Age 158.8% fail36.02024308

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How much does it cost to fix an Aston Martin DBS MOT fail?

Expected repair cost per Aston Martin DBS MOT: about £11 (up to about £21 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 1,506).

Computed, not measured.

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Expected repair bill · 10.8 vs modal price catalogue · price catalogue
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Expected repair bill10.8GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1506
Estimated range lower10.8GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1506
Estimated range upper20.6GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1506
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)7.3GBP expected contribution140price catalogue1506
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)1.9GBP expected contribution90price catalogue1506
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)1.6GBP expected contribution150price catalogue1506

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Aston Martin DBS more reliable than similar cars?

Of 8 similar models, 3 fail less often for their age than the Aston Martin DBS and 5 as often or more. The Aston Martin DBS has an MOT Risk Index of 20.6, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 1,506).

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Aston Martin DBS (this model) · 20.6 vs 100 = normal · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Aston Martin DBS (this model)20.6index100 = normal20241506
Aston Martin V821.2index20.620243545
Ferrari California19.1index20.620241470
Aston Martin DB1128.3index20.620242476
Aston Martin DB924.4index20.620244284
Ferrari 48824.5index20.620241645
Lamborghini Huracan19.2index20.62024986
Nissan GT-R19.5index20.620242371
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Aston Martin Vantage25.3index20.620244890

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does an Aston Martin DBS normally do?

Aston Martin DBS: Age 3 median (rough estimate) is 7122 miles (2024).

line · Aston Martin DBS · Age 3 median (rough estimate) · 7122 vs baseline · 2024
Age 3 median (roug: 7122. Age 16 P75 (rough : 40204. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3 median (rough estimate)7122miles2024134
Age 3 P25 (rough estimate)4213miles2024134
Age 3 P75 (rough estimate)11305miles2024134
Age 4 median (rough estimate)8594miles2024202
Age 4 P25 (rough estimate)5262miles2024202
Age 4 P75 (rough estimate)14436miles2024202
Age 5 median (rough estimate)11055miles2024319
Age 5 P25 (rough estimate)6137miles2024319
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 5 P75 (rough estimate)17498miles2024319
Age 6 median (rough estimate)15122miles202459
Age 12 median (rough estimate)21943miles2024115
Age 12 P25 (rough estimate)13576miles2024115
Age 12 P75 (rough estimate)32474miles2024115
Age 13 median (rough estimate)24843miles2024134
Age 13 P25 (rough estimate)14512miles2024134
Age 13 P75 (rough estimate)34562miles2024134
Age 14 median (rough estimate)26342miles2024187
Age 14 P25 (rough estimate)18636miles2024187
Age 14 P75 (rough estimate)36614miles2024187
Age 15 median (rough estimate)27259miles2024200
Age 15 P25 (rough estimate)17506miles2024200
Age 15 P75 (rough estimate)40950miles2024200
Age 16 median (rough estimate)23958miles2024111
Age 16 P25 (rough estimate)15681miles2024111
Age 16 P75 (rough estimate)40204miles2024111

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does high mileage mean more Aston Martin DBS MOT failures at the same age?

At ages 10–14, 6.1% of Aston Martin DBS models with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 15.7% of those with 40,000 to 70,000 miles (2024, n = 429). No clear mileage gap inside this age group, among cars still being tested.

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Age 10–14, <40k miles (rough estimate: 359 tests, 95% interval 4.1–9.1%) · 6.1 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 10–14, <40k miles (rough estimate: 359 tests, 95% interval 4.1–9.1%)6.1% failed first time2024359
Age 10–14, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 70 tests, 95% interval 9–26%)15.7% failed first time202470
Age 15+, <40k miles (rough estimate: 240 tests, 95% interval 5.8–13%)8.8% failed first time2024240
Age 15+, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 82 tests, 95% interval 5.9–19.6%)11% failed first time202482

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does an Aston Martin DBS last?

0.1% of Aston Martin DBS models tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 0.0% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 5).

line · Aston Martin DBS · 100,000 miles (rough estimate: 5 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.2%) · 0.1 vs baseline · 2024
100,000 miles (rou: 0.1. 200,000 miles (rou: 0.0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
100,000 miles (rough estimate: 5 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.2%)0.1% of tested cars20245
150,000 miles (rough estimate: 1 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.1%)0.0% of tested cars20241
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 1 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.1%)0.0% of tested cars20241

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Aston Martin DBS driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?

Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Aston Martin DBS index is 38.3, against 24.0 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 1,506).

slope · Aston Martin DBS · Age and mileage adjusted index · 38.3 vs 24 · 2019–2024
Age and mileage adjusted index: 24 vs 38.3. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age and mileage adjusted index38.3index242019–20241506

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Aston Martin DBS fuel fails its MOT less?

All Aston Martin DBS models tested were petrol: 5.7% failed first time (2024, n = 1,506).

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Petrol · 5.7 vs other fuels · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol5.7% fail first timeother fuels20241506

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Where in Britain does the Aston Martin DBS fail its MOT most?

Aston Martin DBS fails first-time MOTs most in Milton Keynes (MK): 16.4% against 7.4% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 526).

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Milton Keynes (MK) · 16.4 vs 5.7 · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Milton Keynes (MK)16.4% fail first time5.72024526
Portsmouth (PO) (rough estimate: 158 tests, 95% interval 6.8–16.6%)10.8% fail first time5.72024158
London NW (NW) (rough estimate: 221 tests, 95% interval 7.0–15.1%)10.4% fail first time5.72024221
Hemel Hempstead (HP) (rough estimate: 121 tests, 95% interval 1.3–8.2%)3.3% fail first time5.72024121
Reading (RG) (rough estimate: 214 tests, 95% interval 1.9–7.2%)3.7% fail first time5.72024214
Coventry (CV) (rough estimate: 273 tests, 95% interval 2.8–8.0%)4.8% fail first time5.72024273
Leeds (LS) (rough estimate: 250 tests, 95% interval 6.2–13.4%)9.2% fail first time5.72024250
Newcastle (NE) (rough estimate: 180 tests, 95% interval 5.5–14.0%)8.9% fail first time5.72024180
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
St Albans (AL) (rough estimate: 292 tests, 95% interval 5.9–12.3%)8.6% fail first time5.72024292
Nottingham (NG) (rough estimate: 262 tests, 95% interval 5.3–11.9%)8.0% fail first time5.72024262
Kingston upon Thames (KT) (rough estimate: 301 tests, 95% interval 4.9–10.8%)7.3% fail first time5.72024301
Bristol (BS) (rough estimate: 297 tests, 95% interval 4.4–10.2%)6.7% fail first time5.72024297
Chelmsford (CM) (rough estimate: 223 tests, 95% interval 4.1–10.8%)6.7% fail first time5.72024223
Tonbridge (TN) (rough estimate: 231 tests, 95% interval 4.0–10.4%)6.5% fail first time5.72024231
Edinburgh (EH) (rough estimate: 141 tests, 95% interval 3.4–11.7%)6.4% fail first time5.72024141
Stockport (SK) (rough estimate: 291 tests, 95% interval 3.4–8.7%)5.5% fail first time5.72024291
Gloucester (GL) (rough estimate: 241 tests, 95% interval 2.9–8.5%)5.0% fail first time5.72024241

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is an Aston Martin DBS ULEZ compliant?

An estimated 98.4% of Aston Martin DBS models tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).

Computed, not measured.

stacked · Aston Martin DBS · Likely compliant · 98.4 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Likely compliant98.4% estimate20241506

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do six years of MOTs show about owning an Aston Martin DBS?

Of Aston Martin DBS models with at least three MOTs, 76.8% had three in a row without an advisory, and 7.4% got the same advisory at three or more MOTs (2019–2024, n = 1,220).

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Clean MOT streak · 76.8 vs observed chains · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Clean MOT streak76.8%observed chains2019–20241220
Repeat advisory7.4%observed chains2019–20241220
Decreasing odometer1.2% mileage anomalyobserved chains2019–20241495

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many years is an Aston Martin DBS likely to last?

Aston Martin DBS models aged 10 are forecast to keep taking MOTs for at least 3.5 more years; the survival curve is observed only until age 13, so the true figure is likely higher.

Computed, not measured.

Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.

bar · Aston Martin DBS · Age 10 (at least; observed only until age 13) · 3.5 vs baseline · survival forecast
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 10 (at least; observed only until age 13)3.5years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 12 (at least; observed only until age 13)1.5years forecastsurvival forecast0

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Aston Martin DBS models are still on the road?

In 2024, at least as many Aston Martin DBS models were tested at age 13 as at ages 4 to 6 (2024, n = 652).

line · Aston Martin DBS · Age 3 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) · 100 vs baseline · 2024
Age 3 (at least as: 100. Age 16 (rough esti: 20.3. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline2024712
Age 4100% of age 4–6 baseline2024582
Age 566% of age 4–6 baseline2024384
Age 6 (rough estimate: 64 tests, 95% interval 1.6–12.9%)11% of age 4–6 baseline202464
Age 7 (rough estimate: 99 tests, 95% interval 8.6–22.4%)17% of age 4–6 baseline202499
Age 841.2% of age 4–6 baseline2024240
Age 976.8% of age 4–6 baseline2024447
Age 10 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline2024642
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 11 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline2024744
Age 12 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline2024754
Age 13 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline2024652
Age 1485.4% of age 4–6 baseline2024497
Age 1552.9% of age 4–6 baseline2024308
Age 16 (rough estimate: 118 tests, 95% interval 5.3–15.9%)20.3% of age 4–6 baseline2024118

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

If an Aston Martin DBS fails, does it fail again?

9.3% of Aston Martin DBS models that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 6.8% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 129).

bullet · Aston Martin DBS · Repeat after fail · 9.3 vs 6.8 · 2019–2024
Repeat after fail: 9.3 vs 6.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Repeat after fail9.3%6.82019–2024129

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Aston Martin DBS faults come together?

On Aston Martin DBS models, ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’ and visibility failures turn up together 5.0 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 23).

Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (rough estimate: 23 tests, 95% interval 3.2–7.5)5.0liftexpected joint rate202423
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)16tests with both202416
Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier)15tests with both202415
Tyres + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)13tests with both202413
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)12tests with both202412
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
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Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Has the Aston Martin DBS had safety recalls?

DVSA lists 8 safety recall campaigns matched to the Aston Martin DBS; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.

Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
DVSA recall campaigns matched8campaignsDVSA registerDVSA register1506

Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What does an Aston Martin DBS cost to run in a fleet?

Of every 100 Aston Martin DBS models tested at age 5, about 4 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate); at age 16, about 9 (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).

Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3 (rough estimate: 134 tests, 95% interval 0.4–5.3%)1.5% fail first time2024134
Age 4 (rough estimate: 202 tests, 95% interval 1.4–6.3%)3.0% fail first time2024202
Age 5 (rough estimate: 319 tests, 95% interval 2.4–6.8%)4.1% fail first time2024319
Age 12 (rough estimate: 115 tests, 95% interval 4.2–14.2%)7.8% fail first time2024115
Age 13 (rough estimate: 134 tests, 95% interval 3.1–11.3%)6.0% fail first time2024134
Age 14 (rough estimate: 187 tests, 95% interval 5.8–14.1%)9.1% fail first time2024187
Age 15 (rough estimate: 200 tests, 95% interval 6.2–14.4%)9.5% fail first time2024200
Age 16 (rough estimate: 111 tests, 95% interval 5.0–15.8%)9.0% fail first time2024111

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does the month of an Aston Martin DBS MOT matter?

Aston Martin DBS models fail first time most in July (9.5%, against 29.3% for all cars that month) and least in March (5.4%) (2024, n = 1,506).

line · Aston Martin DBS · January · 9.0 vs 31.1 · 2024
January: 9.0. December: 8.0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Aston Martin DBS: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
January9.0% fail first time31.12024444
February6.6% fail first time30.02024527
March5.4% fail first time28.32024649
April6.6% fail first time29.82024561
May8.1% fail first time28.82024579
June6.9% fail first time28.12024652
July9.5% fail first time29.32024547
August6.3% fail first time29.22024541
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Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
September5.8% fail first time28.22024517
October8.8% fail first time30.32024634
November8.5% fail first time30.62024482
December8.0% fail first time29.32024399

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Not enough tests for… (and why)

Tyres, brakes and suspension: how does the Aston Martin DBS compare with cars of the same age?

not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 1,506 initial Aston Martin DBS tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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What have dealers been told about the Aston Martin DBS? (US market)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 211 of 761 models). 1,506 initial Aston Martin DBS tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: NHTSA, US market; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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Does the Aston Martin DBS fail inspections in other countries too?

no match in the other-country inspection register. 1,506 initial Aston Martin DBS tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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Real-world MPG against the official figure (manufacturer level)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 1,506 initial Aston Martin DBS tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 1,506 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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How to cite this page

MOT Risk Index (2026). Aston Martin DBS MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/aston-martin-dbs/

How the MOT Risk Index and every figure on this page are calculated: methodology.

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Aston Martin DBS MOT: quick answers

What is the Aston Martin DBS first-time MOT pass rate?

94.3% of first attempts passed in 2024 (1,506 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.

Why does this number differ from other sites?

Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 1,506 primary tests: 5.71% failed first time and 95.4% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 20.6 is shown separately.