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385 SYB

1963 Austin A55

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,087 mi
Last recorded70,087 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

Registration385 SYB
MakeAustin
ModelA55
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 May 2017 70,087 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 69,916 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 69,577 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 68,727 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 68,717 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 68,708 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 68,703 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 68,698 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 68,693 miles

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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385 SYB is a 1963 Austin A55 in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 385 SYB, 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 63 years old, this Austin A55 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 385 SYB?

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What year was 385 SYB registered?

385 SYB is a 1963 Austin A55, first registered on 16 January 1963.

Is 385 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 385 SYB shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 385 SYB have outstanding finance?

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