Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Aston Martin Vantage?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Aston Martin Vantage?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Aston Martin Vantage?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Aston Martin Vantage reliable?

Based on MOT data from 172 vehicles, the 2021 Aston Martin Vantage has a first-time MOT pass rate of 97.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2021 Aston Martin Vantage?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2021 Aston Martin Vantage are: Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (19.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (19.3% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (12.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Aston Martin Vantage?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Aston Martin Vantage (2021)

172 real MOT outcomes analysed • 97.3% first-time pass rate

2021 Aston Martin Vantage

CarHunch analysed 172 real MOT records for the 2021 Aston Martin Vantage. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Aston Martin Vantage is exceptionally reliable for its age and class, with a 97.3% first-time MOT pass rate that far exceeds the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects are virtually non-existent at just 0.6% of vehicles, so safety concerns are minimal for buyers in this cohort.

These cars are running at just 13,249 miles on average—well below typical for a three-year-old—which partly explains the pristine MOT record. The real insight is in the advisories: 0.7 per vehicle suggests minor wear items are normal (likely brake pads and fluid checks on a performance car), but actual failures are negligible at 0.08 per car. Before purchase, verify the service history and check whether any advisories have been addressed, since low-mileage supercars can hide neglect despite passing MOTs.

We have limited data for the 2021 Aston Martin Vantage — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

97.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

0.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.08

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 8k–16k

For context

These stats describe 172 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 172 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 19.6%

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 4.9%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 4.4%

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 3.3%

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2021.

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Based on MOT data from 172 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Aston Martin Vantage vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

11,551

typical

7,886

low mileage

16,188

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Aston Martin Vantage vehicles fall between 7,886 and 16,188 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,886 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,886–16,188 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Aston Martin Vantages sit.

⚠ Over 21,853 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.08

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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