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852 XUT

1959 Hillman Minx

Grey Petrol 1494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,605 mi
Last recorded87,605 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2009
Typical for 1959 Hillman Minx60,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration852 XUT
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1959
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,494cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2009 87,605 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2008 87,344 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 87,038 miles

Battery insecure

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in streeing

Pass 11 Jul 2006 86,687 miles

How Reliable is the Hillman Minx?

Based on 4,599 MOT tests across 762 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
272
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
762
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 153
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 129
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 105
brake recording little or no effort 86
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852 XUT is a 1959 Hillman Minx in Grey with a 1,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 60,062 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 852 XUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Minx typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 67 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 852 XUT registered?

852 XUT is a 1959 Hillman Minx, first registered on 29 April 1959.

Is 852 XUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 852 XUT 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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