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MML 504

1946 Hillman Minx

Grey Petrol 1185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,615 mi
Last recorded22,615 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 1946 Hillman Minx21,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMML 504
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1946
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,185cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,615 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 22,606 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 22,187 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 22,187 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 22,187 miles

Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Leaf spring to axle securing nut missing (2.4.B.7b) DANGEROUS

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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MML 504 is a 1946 Hillman Minx in Grey with a 1,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1946 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 21,726 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 MML 504, 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 80 years old, this Hillman Minx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MML 504 registered?

MML 504 is a 1946 Hillman Minx, first registered on 16 October 1946.

Is MML 504 safe to buy?

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