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718 UXS

1958 Austin A55

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,296 mi
Last recorded94,296 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1958 Austin A5554,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration718 UXS
MakeAustin
ModelA55
Year1958
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2015 94,296 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 94,143 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2010 94,121 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 93,565 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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718 UXS 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 100%.

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 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 718 UXS, 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 718 UXS registered?

718 UXS is a 1958 Austin A55, first registered on 18 July 1958.

Is 718 UXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 718 UXS shows 4 tests 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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