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BEN 449

1952 Talbot Minx

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,348 mi
Last recorded91,348 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEN 449
MakeTalbot
ModelMinx
Year1952
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 91,348 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Floor pans (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill section (6.1.A.1)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 91,342 miles

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

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

Front rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill section (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Floor pans (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill section (6.1.A.1)

How Reliable is the Talbot Minx?

Based on 838 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 28
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
brake recording little or no effort 24
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
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BEN 449 is a 1952 Talbot Minx in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Talbot Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BEN 449, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Minx typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 74 years old, this Talbot Minx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BEN 449 registered?

BEN 449 is a 1952 Talbot Minx, first registered on 4 November 1952.

Is BEN 449 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEN 449 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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