Not Sold (Est: £40,000 - £50,000)
1978 ASTON MARTIN V8 AUTO
United Kingdom • 10 Feb 2026 • Lot 456
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Aston Martin V8 Auto, estimated at £40,000 - £50,000, is a Series III S model with a Stage One Tune and carburetors. However, it has an expired MOT, an intermittent fuel pump, and the model needs to be confirmed by the buyer.
Condition
5
The listing mentions the fuel pump is intermittent and the MOT is expired, indicating mechanical issues and wear. It also suggests the buyer confirm the model upon inspection, implying potential discrepancies or the need for verification.
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Automatic
Transmission:
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Odometer:
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BRP 281S
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Make: ASTON MARTIN Model: V8 AUTO Registration: BRP 281S Engine Size (cc): 5340 Year of Manufacture: 1978 Date First Registered: 18/05/1978 MOT Expiry Date: EXPIRED - 30/10/2019 Current V5: YES Location: PICKERING You can view from: Wednesday 28 January 2026 - Tuesday 3 February 2026
Points of note
£25,380
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£54,929
Median Price (Since 2020)
£630,000
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Oct 30 2019
Latest MOT Mileage
91,544 miles
Registration Date
1978-05-18
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 10 2018 with 91,544 miles
Passed
On Oct 12 2017 with 91,215 miles
Passed
On Oct 31 2016 with 90,941 miles
Passed
On Oct 29 2015 with 90,871 miles
Passed
On Nov 03 2014 with 90,690 miles
Passed
On Oct 02 2013 with 89,736 miles
Passed
On Oct 18 2012 with 89,596 miles
Passed
On Oct 20 2011 with 89,476 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- 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 Oct 20 2010 with 89,142 miles
Passed
On Oct 28 2009 with 88,641 miles
Passed
On Dec 01 2008 with 88,155 miles
Passed
On Nov 14 2007 with 87,938 miles
Passed
On Feb 27 2006 with 86,394 miles
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