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ASTON MARTIN DB5 Rare
As of 2026 Q1, 388 ASTON MARTIN DB5s remain registered in the UK — a genuinely rare sight on today's roads. That's down from a peak of 390 in 2022 Q1 — only 99% of the high-water mark, a loss of about 2 cars. Unusually, the numbers are actually rising — up 7 (1.8%) over the past year, as imports and barn-finds rejoin the register faster than cars leave it.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Rare — fewer than 1,000 remain (388 in the latest data).
Rarer than 45% of the 2,429 UK car models we track.
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About the DB5
The Aston Martin DB5 is a British grand tourer (GT) produced by Aston Martin and designed by Italian coachbuilder Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera. Originally produced from 1963 to 1965, the DB5 was an evolution of the final series of DB4. The "DB" designation is from the initials of David Brown who built up the company from 1947 onwards. The DB5 is best-known for its role in the James Bond films. It was first driven by the fictional spy in the film Goldfinger (1964). In 2013, the car featured on a "British Auto Legends" postage stamp issued by the Royal Mail.
ASTON MARTIN DB5 — questions & answers
How many ASTON MARTIN DB5 are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q1, 388 ASTON MARTIN DB5 were still registered in the UK — 301 licensed and on the road, plus 87 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the ASTON MARTIN DB5 rare?
The ASTON MARTIN DB5 is rare — fewer than 1,000 remain (388), making it rarer than 45% of the 2,429 UK car models we track.
Is the ASTON MARTIN DB5 increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of ASTON MARTIN DB5 on UK roads rose by 7 (1.8%).
What fuel do most ASTON MARTIN DB5 use?
Most ASTON MARTIN DB5 run on petrol — about 100% of those still registered.
When did the ASTON MARTIN DB5 peak?
The ASTON MARTIN DB5 peaked at 390 registered in 2022 Q1, and was first recorded in the data in 2014 Q3.