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LAN 884

1957 Hillman Minx

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,933 mi
Last recorded14,933 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2011
Typical for 1957 Hillman Minx32,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAN 884
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1957
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2011 14,933 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s sill has corrosion non perscribed area

slight noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

slight oil leak from rear diff outer seals

Pass 20 Oct 2010 14,563 miles

1. Slight fluid leak on n/s rear hub. 2. n/s outer sill starting to corrode. 3. Slight binding on rear brakes.

Pass 27 Oct 2009 14,109 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 13,570 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 12,975 miles

front and rear tyres becoming perished

Pass 12 Oct 2006 12,319 miles

Oil leak

both rear brakes slight binding

rear diff slight oil leak

rear exhaust box very weak & tailpipe

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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LAN 884 is a 1957 Hillman Minx in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 32,885 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAN 884, 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 69 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LAN 884 registered?

LAN 884 is a 1957 Hillman Minx, first registered on 3 June 1957.

Is LAN 884 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAN 884 shows 6 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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