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266 XWA

1960 Austin A55

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,206 mi
Last recorded38,206 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1960 Austin A5556,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration266 XWA
MakeAustin
ModelA55
Year1960
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2023 38,206 miles

Front and rear arches showing corrosion

Rear leaf springs corroded

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside underseald

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

How Reliable is the Austin A55?

Based on 1,411 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 42
brake binding 31
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
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266 XWA is a 1960 Austin A55 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Austin A55 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 56,686 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A55 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 266 XWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A55 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 66 years old, this Austin A55 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 266 XWA registered?

266 XWA is a 1960 Austin A55, first registered on 2 December 1960.

Is 266 XWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 266 XWA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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