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PFF 908

1961 Hillman Minx De-luxe

Blue Petrol 1494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,379 mi
Last recorded61,379 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1961 Hillman Minx De-luxe64,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFF 908
MakeHillman
ModelMinx De-luxe
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,494cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 61,379 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 61,049 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 60,757 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 59,676 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 59,206 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 58,797 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 57,982 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 57,982 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 57,431 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 56,397 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 55,822 miles

How Reliable is the Hillman Minx De-luxe?

Based on 823 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
282
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 37
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
brake recording little or no effort 25
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
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PFF 908 is a 1961 Hillman Minx De-luxe in Blue with a 1,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1961 Hillman Minx De-luxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 64,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx De-luxe fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PFF 908, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Minx De-luxe typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 65 years old, this Hillman Minx De-luxe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PFF 908 registered?

PFF 908 is a 1961 Hillman Minx De-luxe, first registered on 13 March 1961.

Is PFF 908 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFF 908 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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