Aston Martin Vantage
Registered from 2005 to 2024.
About this model
The Aston Martin Vantage is a series of hand-built sports cars from the British automotive manufacturer Aston Martin. Aston Martin has previously used the "Vantage" name on high-performance variants of their existing GT models, notably on the Virage-based car of the 1990s. The modern car, in contrast, is the leanest and most agile car in Aston's lineup. As such, it is intended as a more focused model to reach out to potential buyers of cars such as the Porsche 911 as well as the exotic sports and GT cars with which Aston Martins traditionally compete.
From the Wikipedia article Aston Martin Vantage (2005), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 2019 4.0 petrol. 28 of 728 tests failed, 4%.
Better than 93% of 2019 cars. The typical one fails 9%, across 908 models with enough tests behind them to say.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres and wheels | 54% | 15 |
| Lights and electrics | 21% | 6 |
| Plates and identity | 21% | 6 |
| Visibility | 18% | 5 |
| Exhaust and emissions | 14% | 4 |
The defects inspectors cite
- A tyre seriously damaged
- Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements
- Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users
- Switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements or the rear position lamps can be switched off when the headlamps are on
- The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
- Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
Where it stands out against its peers
- Plates and identity: failed more often than 98% of 2019 cars — 21% of its 28 failed tests, where an ordinary 2019 car has 2%.
Same model year only, at least 30 peer cars, zeros included. Every car has a worst part; this shows which, and how far from ordinary it is. A high share means more to check, not a verdict.
NHTSA's investigations are American; no European regulator publishes an equivalent record, so this section has nothing to draw on for a European car. There is no European equivalent of the service-bulletin register either.
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Tyres and wheels — 54% of its failures
- A tyre seriously damaged
- A tyre cords visible or damaged
- 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
- Exhaust and emissions — 14% of its failures
- Lights and electrics — 21% of its failures
- Plates and identity — 21% of its failures
- Visibility — 18% of its failures
- Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
Specification
| Year | Measured |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 4.0 petrol · 1760 kg · 2705 mm wheelbase · 11.0 L/100km (WLTP) |
| 2019 | 4.0 petrol · 1760 kg · 2705 mm wheelbase · 11.0 L/100km (WLTP) |
| 2018 | 4.0 petrol · 1760 kg · 2705 mm wheelbase · 11.0 L/100km (WLTP) |
Recalls
Filed by the manufacturer with a regulator. A recall is repaired free of charge, whoever owns the car now.
A12/00008/19
An incorrect torque might have been applied to the front passenger airbag fixings.Consequently, in the event of an accident the airbag might not properly deploy, increasing the risk of injuries.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/0256/14
The pedal arm on the throttle pedal can break, if this happens the driver will be unable to maintain or increase speed and the vehicle will return to idle. This may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/02996/24
Variable pressure control during the extrusion process can cause irregularities, cracks or kinks in the internal wall of oil cooler hoses. This can create weak points that can rupture due to temperature and pressure fluctuations, causing oil loss. Engine oil cooler hoses can burst, potentially leading to the engine stalling or seizure. This increases the risk of an accident or fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users