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BHS 518

1939 Hillman Minx

Black Petrol 1141cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,007 mi
Last recorded64,007 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHS 518
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1939
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,141cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2010 64,007 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 62,854 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 62,250 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 62,064 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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BHS 518 is a 1939 Hillman Minx in Black with a 1,141cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHS 518, 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 87 years old, this Hillman Minx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BHS 518 registered?

BHS 518 is a 1939 Hillman Minx, first registered on 11 May 1939.

Is BHS 518 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHS 518 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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