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XAW 422

1961 Austin A55

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,908 mi
Last recorded9,908 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 1961 Austin A5533,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAW 422
MakeAustin
ModelA55
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 9,908 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 9,661 miles

Nearside Outer Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Outer Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 9,537 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 9,531 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 9,111 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 9,111 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 8,391 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 7,306 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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XAW 422 is a 1961 Austin A55 in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 XAW 422, 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

How do I check the history of XAW 422?

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What year was XAW 422 registered?

XAW 422 is a 1961 Austin A55, first registered on 1 June 1961.

Is XAW 422 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAW 422 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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