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BYN 679

1935 Hillman Minx

Blue Petrol 1185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,155 mi
Last recorded4,155 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2011
Typical for 1935 Hillman Minx37,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYN 679
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1935
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,185cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2011 4,155 miles

offside seat backrest weak

steering wheel wearing

wipers slow in operation

Fail 10 Jun 2011 4,155 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

offside seat backrest weak

steering wheel wearing

wipers slow in operation

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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BYN 679 is a 1935 Hillman Minx in Blue with a 1,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1935 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 37,068 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 Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BYN 679, 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 91 years old, this Hillman Minx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BYN 679 registered?

BYN 679 is a 1935 Hillman Minx, first registered on 20 June 1935.

Is BYN 679 safe to buy?

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