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UXG 252

1956 Hillman Minx

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,202 mi
Last recorded21,202 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2012
Typical for 1956 Hillman Minx35,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXG 252
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1956
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2012 21,202 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 20,677 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 20,656 miles

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2010 19,772 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 18,223 miles

Offside Outer Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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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UXG 252 is a 1956 Hillman Minx in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 UXG 252, 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 UXG 252 registered?

UXG 252 is a 1956 Hillman Minx, first registered on 19 November 1956.

Is UXG 252 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UXG 252 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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