2010 Aston Martin Rapide — MOT failures & pass rate
734 MOT tests on the 2010 Aston Martin Rapide are in this dataset, and 91.3% of them passed. That is 12.1 percentage points better than executive cars of a similar age, which fail at 20.8%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (4.6%) and tyres (2.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are registration plates, malfunction indicator lamp and wipers — registration plates alone was recorded 14 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2010 Rapide fails 8.9% of the time in the 0-30k band and 10.0% at 90-120k, a spread of only 1.1 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 18.3% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.6% | 34 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.6% | 19 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.3% | 17 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.6% | 12 |
| 5 | Other defects | 1.1% | 8 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.8% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 14 |
| 2 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 12 |
| 3 | Wipers | 12 |
| 4 | Washers | 11 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 10 |
| 6 | Individual direction indicators | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 18.3% | 134 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.0% | 110 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 5.3% | 39 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.4% | 25 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.9% | 21 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.0% | 15 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 169 | 8.9% |
| 30-60k | 358 | 6.7% |
| 60-90k | 174 | 12.6% |
| 90-120k | 30 | 10.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 151 | 9.3% |
| 2022 | 156 | 12.2% |
| 2023 | 143 | 7.0% |
| 2024 | 142 | 6.3% |
| 2025 | 142 | 8.5% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Rapide
On a 2010 Rapide, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (4.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (2.6% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (2.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Aston Martin Rapides pass their MOT?
91.3% of the 734 2010 Aston Martin Rapide MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Aston Martin Rapide?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.6% of tests, followed by tyres (2.6%).
Does the 2010 Rapide get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.9% in the 0-30k band to 10.0% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 734 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.