MOT Status
Mileage
51,477 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Indicator switch missing (1.4.A.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
corrosion to inner and outer sills,floorpans,suspension mounts/components
How Reliable is the Austin A55?
Based on 1,411 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VGT 829 is a 1958 Austin A55 in Black with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
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 VGT 829, 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.
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What year was VGT 829 registered?
VGT 829 is a 1958 Austin A55, first registered on 3 May 1958.
Is VGT 829 safe to buy?
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