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Aston Martin Rapide reliability by build year

Coverage 2010-20201 named generationSaloonPETROL

We've only got 153 MOT tests for Aston Martin Rapides built around 2011 (14 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

Not enough data

Aston Martin Rapide built around 2011: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Aston Martin Rapides built around 2011 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

Check an Aston Martin Rapide by number plate

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Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Aston Martin Rapide's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your Rapide's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

Rapide Mk1

Mk1 (2010-2020)

Excellent
PETROL

3.9% fail rate, built around 2015 (10 years old)

Likely between 1.5% and 9.6%

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 1 in 4 MOTs, 22.8%)

From 103 MOT tests at this ageView details →

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Aston Martin Rapide.

See every build year for the Aston Martin Rapide

By age

Aston Martin Rapide fail rate by age

This chart combines every Aston Martin Rapide ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
598.5%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
746.8%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
1033.9%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
995.1%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
1049.6%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
1008.0%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
1539.2%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
677.5%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 12 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 14-year-old Aston Martin Rapides

These issues come from 14-year-old Aston Martin Rapides, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    10.5%
    Advisory: 32Fail: 1 (3% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    9.2%
    Advisory: 23Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    5.9%
    Advisory: 15Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    5.2%
    Advisory: 9Fail: 2 (18% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake hose fitting slightly corroded

    3.3%
    Advisory: 7Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)

Based on 153 MOT tests on 14-year-old Aston Martin Rapides, every generation combined.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Aston Martin Rapide.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

2 recalls in all

1 of the 2 Aston Martin Rapide recalls covers cars built in these years.

  • 1 recall

Top concerns

  • Vehicle may roll away

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Like-for-like

Other saloons to compare

Other saloons to compare

  1. 1

    Lexus IS

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    18.5%

    No clear edge over the Aston Martin Rapide on these figures.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    1,081 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  2. 2

    Saab 9-3

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.1%
    Dangerous
    6.6%

    No clear edge over the Aston Martin Rapide on these figures.

    4,197 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  3. 3

    Volvo S40

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    30.2%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8%
    Dangerous
    10.1%

    No clear edge over the Aston Martin Rapide on these figures.

    2,025 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  4. 4

    Audi A4

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.6%
    Dangerous
    6.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    85%

    No clear edge over the Aston Martin Rapide on these figures.

    4 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    17,013 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2011 (14 years old), the Aston Martin Rapide across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 153 14-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Aston Martin Rapide ever sold: 759 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2011 (14 years old): 153 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.