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948 UXC

1947 Hillman Minx

Grey Petrol 1185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,590 mi
Last recorded47,590 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2005
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Vehicle Details

Registration948 UXC
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1947
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,185cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2005 47,590 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2005 47,582 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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948 UXC is a 1947 Hillman Minx in Grey with a 1,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 948 UXC, 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 79 years old, this Hillman Minx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 948 UXC registered?

948 UXC is a 1947 Hillman Minx, first registered on 15 March 1947.

Is 948 UXC safe to buy?

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Does 948 UXC have outstanding finance?

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