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XG 8540

1946 Hillman Minx

Blue Petrol 1185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,545 mi
Last recorded28,545 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 1946 Hillman Minx21,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXG 8540
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1946
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,185cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2016 28,545 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak ()

tyres perishing

Pass 7 May 2009 27,920 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 26,799 miles
Pass 15 May 2006

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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XG 8540 is a 1946 Hillman Minx in Blue with a 1,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 XG 8540, 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 XG 8540 registered?

XG 8540 is a 1946 Hillman Minx, first registered on 31 July 1946.

Is XG 8540 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XG 8540 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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