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SSJ 431

1962 Hillman Minx

Grey Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

59,940 mi
Last recorded59,940 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1962 Hillman Minx56,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSJ 431
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1962
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 59,940 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 59,708 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 59,488 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside rear suspension bump stop missing

Pass 22 Jul 2014 59,452 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight wear in nearside front suspension / steering trunion joint

slight wear in offside front suspension / steering trunion joint

Pass 18 Jul 2013 59,114 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

slight play in steering idler

Fail 15 Jul 2013 59,113 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

clutch slave cyl leaking

slight play in steering idler

Pass 4 Jul 2012 58,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

clutch slave cylinder leaking fluid

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 4 Jul 2011 57,607 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

corrosion in nearside rear inner quarter panel ( under car)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 57,604 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

corrosion in nearside rear inner quarter panel ( under car)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 56,989 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 56,989 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 56,983 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 56,983 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) 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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SSJ 431 is a 1962 Hillman Minx in Grey with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1962 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 56,508 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 SSJ 431, 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 64 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SSJ 431 registered?

SSJ 431 is a 1962 Hillman Minx, first registered on 13 February 1962.

Is SSJ 431 safe to buy?

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