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738 EWP

1961 Austin A55

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,456 mi
Last recorded54,456 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1961 Austin A5533,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration738 EWP
MakeAustin
ModelA55
Year1961
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2016 54,456 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 54,360 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 54,291 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 54,254 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 54,062 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 53,773 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 53,356 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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738 EWP is a 1961 Austin A55 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Austin A55 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 33,435 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 738 EWP, 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 65 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 738 EWP registered?

738 EWP is a 1961 Austin A55, first registered on 1 October 1961.

Is 738 EWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 738 EWP shows 7 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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