At a Glance
No model-specific problems have been flagged for the Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II — nothing on this generation occurs significantly more often than the UK average. The data still shows 40 common MOT failure types below. Brakes is the most common MOT failure category. Based on 305 MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on this model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read how we calculate MOT pass rates and problems →
Below: the full MOT-data picture for the Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II — MOT pass rate vs the UK average, common problems vs UK fleet patterns, the most likely MOT failures by frequency, fault occurrence by mileage band, and pass/fail trends. All numbers drawn from DVSA records.
Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II MOT Pass Rate
Across 305 MOT tests from DVSA data, the Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II (1955–1957) has a fail rate of 11.8%.
All-time UK average fail rate: 34.9%
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Problems by mileage
Common problems, MOT failures and advisories on the Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II, grouped by the mileage they typically appear at.
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Other Aston Martin Db2/4 Generations
Mk I
1953–1955
0 problems
Mk II
1955–1957
0 problems
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II problems?
Based on DVSA MOT data for the Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II (1955–1957), we have identified 0 common problems. Brakes is the most common MOT failure category.
How reliable is the Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II?
This generation has 305 MOT tests on record with a 11.8% fail rate. A fault is flagged as a "Common Problem" only when it occurs significantly more often on this model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence.
What commonly fails the MOT on a Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II?
There are 40 distinct MOT failure types recorded for the Mk II (1955–1957), grouped by the mileage these failures typically occur. See the Common MOT Failures section on this page.
Can I report a problem with my Aston Martin Db2/4 Mk II?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Aston Martin Db2/4 owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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