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423 XUP

1958 Austin A55

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,575 mi
Last recorded3,575 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2010
Typical for 1958 Austin A5554,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration423 XUP
MakeAustin
ModelA55
Year1958
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2010 3,575 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 3,484 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 3,619 miles

lift in o/s and n/s front k/pins

misting on front screen edges

rust to o/s and n/s rear of outer sills. o/s/r n/s/r and n/s/f lower edges of wings. n/s/f wing top by head lamp

Fail 6 Feb 2008 3,590 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

cracks on o/s and n/s rear tyre walls

lift in o/s and n/s front k/pins

misting on front screen edges

rust to o/s and n/s rear of outer sills. o/s/r n/s/r and n/s/f lower edges of wings. n/s/f wing top by head lamp

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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423 XUP is a 1958 Austin A55 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1958 Austin A55 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 54,720 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 423 XUP, 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 68 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 423 XUP registered?

423 XUP is a 1958 Austin A55, first registered on 20 November 1958.

Is 423 XUP safe to buy?

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