£11,250
1998 Aston Martin DB7 (i6)
United Kingdom • 14 Sept 2022
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1998 Aston Martin DB7 features a supercharged inline-six engine, 18" alloy wheels, and a rare 'Visual Dynamics' body kit. With 101,426 miles and 19 years of ownership, it has a recent £4,981 service but also shows minor wear and some service history gaps.
Condition
6
The car shows some wear consistent with its age and mileage. The presence of minor advisories on the MOT and the handwritten service record suggest it's not in pristine condition. However, recent spending and low ownership indicate it's been reasonably cared for.
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Automatic
Transmission:
SCFAA111XWK102161
Chassis No:
Odometer:
101,426 miles
R579ORC
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
1998 Aston Martin DB7 (i6) Pretty supercharged six-pot Coupe from 19 year ownership; recent £4,981 spend at a marque specialist with only 300 miles since Supplied new by Paramount Aston Martin of Derby in April 1998, this eye-catching DB7 i6 is finished in dark blue and sits upon one of the more desirable DB7 wheel options, the 18” 12-spoke alloy wheels.
The car also wears, we believe the ‘Visual Dynamics Bodywork Enhancement’ kit which was a hefty £3,600 option at the time and included the moulded side skirts, front valence, rear spoiler and also in addition, we believe, the Sports exhaust too (an additional extra) which formed part of the larger Driving Dynamics pack.
Its unclear however if this car received the suspension, brake or power upgrade (the brakes look standard as are the wheels).
This bodykit also appeared on the special edition Alfred Dunhill cars of which 150 were built (this is not one of them).
That aside, it certainly gives this DB7 added visual appeal and a bit ...
Points of note
£6,311
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£14,480
Median Price (Since 2020)
£74,127
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jul 31 2023
Latest MOT Mileage
101,374 miles
Registration Date
1998-04-23
MOT History
Passed
On Aug 01 2022 with 101,374 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both rear suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Jan 26 2021 with 101,354 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread age cracked.
- Suspension bushes starting to age crack.
Failed
On Jan 15 2021 with 101,353 miles
There were 6 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower ball joint dust cover split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread age cracked.
- Nearside front coil spring corroded.
- Offside front coil spring corroded.
- Suspension bushes starting to age crack.
Passed
On Aug 07 2019 with 101,184 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Minor:
- Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced centre (4.3.3 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Nearside Rear reverse lamp inop
- Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- suspension bushes starting to age crack
Passed
On Nov 28 2018 with 101,182 miles
Failed
On Aug 14 2018 with 101,179 miles
There were 14 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
- Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
- Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassi leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Aug 11 2017 with 99,459 miles
Failed
On Jul 03 2017 with 99,459 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Passed
On Jun 24 2016 with 97,290 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Passed
On Jul 28 2015 with 96,617 miles
Passed
On Aug 01 2014 with 94,638 miles
Failed
On Jul 30 2014 with 94,620 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
- Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Advisory:
- Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On Aug 19 2013 with 93,462 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed
On Aug 10 2012 with 92,068 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Failed
On Aug 09 2012 with 92,063 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Failed
On Aug 22 2011 with 89,250 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Passed
On Aug 22 2011 with 89,250 miles
Passed
On Aug 06 2010 with 84,855 miles
Failed
On Jul 19 2010 with 84,850 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
User Entered:
- offside head light deteriorated.
Passed
On Jul 23 2009 with 82,666 miles
Failed
On Jul 20 2009 with 82,666 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Failed
On Jun 29 2009 with 82,084 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Passed
On Jun 14 2008 with 79,651 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- ENGINE OIL LEAK. REAR DIF OIL LEAK. O/S/R TYRE WORN ON THE INER EDGE
Passed
On May 23 2007 with 70,938 miles
Failed
On May 23 2007 with 70,938 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
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