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MSK 338

1956 Hillman Minx

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

544,545 mi
Last recorded544,545 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1956 Hillman Minx35,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSK 338
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2008 544,545 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 544,545 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 44,000 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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MSK 338 is a 1956 Hillman Minx in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1956 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 35,173 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 MSK 338, 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 70 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MSK 338 registered?

MSK 338 is a 1956 Hillman Minx, first registered on 11 October 1956.

Is MSK 338 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSK 338 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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