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SYF 159R

1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,238 mi
Last recorded51,238 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto59,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYF 159R
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Auto
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 51,238 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 50,576 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 49,956 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 49,442 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 48,641 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 48,129 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 46,986 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 46,121 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 46,018 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 44,992 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 43,992 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 43,792 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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SYF 159R is a 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 59,087 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 SYF 159R, 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 49 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SYF 159R registered?

SYF 159R is a 1977 Aston Martin V8 Auto, first registered on 20 January 1977.

Is SYF 159R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYF 159R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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