Aston Martin Rapide (2014)
2014 Aston Martin Rapide
CarHunch analysed 103 real MOT records for the 2014 Aston Martin Rapide. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Rapide delivers a robust 90.9% first-time pass rate—a solid 11 points above the UK average—with just 15.5% of vehicles ever recording a dangerous defect, which is manageable for a luxury sports car of this age and complexity. These Rapides are genuinely well-maintained by their owners, suggesting the cars attract conscientious buyers willing to invest in upkeep.
At 26,879 miles median, these examples are relatively lightly used for a decade-old vehicle, which explains the low failure rate of 0.9 per test. However, the high advisory count of 5.9 per vehicle signals that while nothing critical fails often, minor wear items and trim issues accumulate—typical for a hand-stitched, high-specification machine. Before committing, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the gearbox and air conditioning, as these are where Rapide ownership costs tend to surface.
What to check before buying a 2014 Aston Martin Rapide
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 102 | 90.8% | 0.91 |
| Electric (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Aston Martin Rapide vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Aston Martin Rapide vehicles fall between 18,442 and 35,983 miles.
2014 Aston Martin Rapide — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 85 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Aston Martin Rapide
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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35.4%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.5%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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27.5%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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21.5%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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13.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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12.9%
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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12.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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