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A96 SYV

1984 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Blue Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

84,556 mi
Last recorded84,556 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Auto61,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA96 SYV
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 84,556 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 83,985 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 82,476 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 81,884 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 81,526 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 78,004 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 77,854 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 77,188 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 75,049 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 74,609 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 5 May 2016 71,677 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 71,444 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 71,444 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 71,121 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 68,270 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 67,348 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 64,159 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 61,639 miles

all tyres splitting between tread no canvas showing not enough to fail

o/s and n/s axle bolts have lock wire missing

parking brake cable boots spliting and insecure

small amount of oil visible on steering pinion shaft not enough to fail

underside of engine and gearbox wet with oil

Pass 2 Sep 2008 61,091 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 60,640 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 57,869 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Auto?

Based on 4,565 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Stop lamp not working 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 62
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A96 SYV is a 1984 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Blue with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1984 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 61,959 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A96 SYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 42 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A96 SYV registered?

A96 SYV is a 1984 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 24 May 1984.

Is A96 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A96 SYV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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