Aston Martin Vantage (2006)
2006 Aston Martin Vantage
CarHunch analysed 383 real MOT records for the 2006 Aston Martin Vantage. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Aston Martin Vantage punches above the national average with an 87.9% first-time pass rate against the UK's 80%, suggesting these cars have held up reasonably well over nearly two decades. That said, 12% of the fleet has recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a modest but real concern for a used sports car of this age.
The median mileage of just under 35,000 miles is genuinely low for a 2006 model, indicating most survivors have been cherished rather than thrashed—though the 8.5 average advisories per car hint at ageing electrics, trim, and minor wear typical of older Astons. Before committing, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the cooling system, fuel pumps, and door mechanisms, which are common weak points on this generation.
What to check before buying a 2006 Aston Martin Vantage
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%) | 381 | 87.9% | 1.51 |
| Other (1%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2006 Aston Martin Vantage vehicles fall between 23,273 and 46,215 miles.
2006 Aston Martin Vantage — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 275 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Aston Martin Vantage
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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49.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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49%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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28%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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23.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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21.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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18.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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18.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.5%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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