Aston Martin Db11 MOT Failures
An analysis of 3,604 real DVSA MOT tests on the Aston Martin Db11 — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads. Generations covered: DB11 (2016–2022).
Where the Aston Martin Db11 fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Aston Martin Db11 is anti-roll bar links worn — this model is 207 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it an extreme outlier for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 3,604 MOT tests, 1.88% of all Aston Martin Db11 tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
The failures span 2 categories: Suspension, Lights & Electrics. If you're inspecting a Aston Martin Db11 before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
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Known issues beyond the MOT
An MOT only tests roadworthiness at a single point in time — it won't catch developing faults, intermittent problems, or issues that haven't yet reached the failure threshold. These are the issues that Aston Martin Db11 specialists and owners flag most frequently, drawn from manufacturer technical bulletins, workshop data, and verified owner reports.
Front suspension component corrosion (DB11) Dangerous
The DB11's aluminium front suspension control arms and wishbones can suffer from galvanic corrosion where they contact steel mounting points and bushes. Affects DB11.
Turbo wastegate rattle (DB11)
The turbocharger wastegate actuators on both V8 and V12 engines can develop an audible rattle, particularly noticeable during cold starts and light throttle applications. Affects DB11; typical independent garage repair cost is £500–£800.
For the complete picture — including repair costs across independent, specialist, and dealer garages — see the full Aston Martin Db11 common problems breakdown.
What to check before buying a Aston Martin Db11
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Aston Martin Db11:
Suspension — check for anti-roll bar links worn. Lights & Electrics — check for stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case o....
Beyond the MOT items, ask specifically about front suspension component corrosion and turbo wastegate rattle. These won't show up on a standard MOT but can be expensive to fix — A specialist pre-purchase inspection is worth the investment on this model.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. And verify the service history to confirm maintenance has been kept up to schedule. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Aston Martin Db11 MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Aston Martin Db11?
Based on 3,604 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is anti-roll bar links worn — at 207x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case o....
Is the Aston Martin Db11 reliable based on MOT data?
The Aston Martin Db11 has 2 MOT failure categories above the fleet average. Specialists also flag front suspension component corrosion as a concern. A pre-purchase inspection and service history check are recommended.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
The most common high-mileage failures include anti-roll bar links worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case o....
How do I check a Aston Martin Db11's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.