Aston martin DBS - 2009
Less faults compared to the average car of same model year
Quick summary
The 2009 Aston Martin DBS shows a significantly lower overall defect rate compared to the average car of the same year, with only 41 defects per 100 vehicles, which is 87% better than the average of 310. Notably, it excels in several categories, including brakes and steering, where it has virtually no reported issues, while the average vehicle experiences much higher rates of defects. Additionally, the DBS performs well with visibility and lights and electrics, showing much lower defect percentages than its counterparts. However, as mileage increases, the defect rate for this model rises, particularly in the 31,000 to 62,000-mile range, indicating that it may be more prone to issues as it accumulates more miles. Overall, the DBS stands out as a reliable vehicle with significantly fewer defects than the average car in its class.
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- Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
- Actuator leaking and: braking performance not affected
- Leaking brake pipe or connection: on a hydraulic system
- Brake hose ferrules: excessively corroded
- Brake lining or pad: worn below 1.5mm
- Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured: but not adversely affecting driver’s view
- Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
- Wiper blade: missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
- Wiper blade: missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
- Wiper blade: defective
- The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
- 4.3.2 (a) (iii)
- Lamp: missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than a half not functioning
- Stop lamp(s): with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
- A direction indicator: lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
- A tyre: with a lump, bulge or tear … or with cords exposed or damaged
- A shock absorber damaged … or showing signs of severe leakage
- A tyre: with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- A suspension component: excessively damaged or corroded
- A seat belt:
- A seat belt: webbing or flexible stalk significantly stretched or weakened
- Engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction