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HTL 975

1954 Hillman Minx

Black Petrol 1265cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,082 mi
Last recorded38,082 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTL 975
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,265cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2013 38,082 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 38,067 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

o/s/r brake slight bind

Pass 13 Dec 2012 38,051 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 38,034 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 38,026 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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HTL 975 is a 1954 Hillman Minx in Black with a 1,265cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HTL 975, 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 72 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HTL 975 registered?

HTL 975 is a 1954 Hillman Minx, first registered on 11 September 1954.

Is HTL 975 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTL 975 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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