2002 Aston Martin Db7 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,347 MOT tests analysed for the 2002 Aston Martin Db7, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 89.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 20.2% in the 90-120k group versus 7.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.2% | 57 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.8% | 51 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.8% | 37 |
| 4 | Tyres | 2.5% | 33 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.2% | 30 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.8% | 24 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 46 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 26 |
| 3 | Wipers | 18 |
| 4 | Parking brake performance | 17 |
| 5 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 17 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 17 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 14.7% | 198 |
| 2 | Tyres | 12.2% | 164 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.9% | 133 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 6.9% | 93 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.0% | 67 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 3.1% | 42 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 353 | 7.9% |
| 30-60k | 660 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 242 | 13.6% |
| 90-120k | 84 | 20.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 290 | 9.3% |
| 2022 | 289 | 15.2% |
| 2023 | 265 | 9.4% |
| 2024 | 253 | 9.5% |
| 2025 | 250 | 10.4% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Db7
Before buying a 2002 Aston Martin Db7, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (4.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (3.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (2.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2002 Aston Martin Db7s pass their MOT?
89.2% of the 1,347 2002 Aston Martin Db7 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Aston Martin Db7?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by brakes (3.8%).
Does the 2002 Db7 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.9% in the 0-30k band to 20.2% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,347 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.