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PFF 901

1956 Hillman Minx

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,573 mi
Last recorded59,573 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1956 Hillman Minx35,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFF 901
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 59,573 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2014 59,573 miles

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Oil leak

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 59,573 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 59,573 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

axle retaining strap broken on near side rear

Pass 26 Jun 2008 59,573 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 59,573 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s and o/s wiper arms tension springs weak

o/s/f top trunion joint has slight play

Fail 5 Oct 2006 59,573 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 May 2006 59,573 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 24 May 2006 59,573 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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PFF 901 is a 1956 Hillman Minx in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 PFF 901, 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 PFF 901 registered?

PFF 901 is a 1956 Hillman Minx, first registered on 28 July 1956.

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