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NVS 357

1955 Hillman Minx

Cream Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

42,532 mi
Last recorded42,532 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2006
Typical for 1955 Hillman Minx63,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVS 357
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1955
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2006 42,532 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

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

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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NVS 357 is a 1955 Hillman Minx in Cream with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1955 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 63,938 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 NVS 357, 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 71 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NVS 357 registered?

NVS 357 is a 1955 Hillman Minx, first registered on 9 December 1955.

Is NVS 357 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVS 357 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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