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UBY 459

1958 Austin A55

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,470 mi
Last recorded60,470 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2007
Typical for 1958 Austin A5554,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBY 459
MakeAustin
ModelA55
Year1958
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2007 60,470 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 59,898 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 59,896 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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UBY 459 is a 1958 Austin A55 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UBY 459, 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

How do I check the history of UBY 459?

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What year was UBY 459 registered?

UBY 459 is a 1958 Austin A55, first registered on 26 September 1958.

Is UBY 459 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBY 459 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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