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ALF 981H

1970 Hillman Minx

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,793 mi
Last recorded89,793 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2009
Typical for 1970 Hillman Minx50,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALF 981H
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2009 89,793 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 89,744 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 89,744 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 89,314 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 89,311 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 89,196 miles

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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ALF 981H is a 1970 Hillman Minx in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,679 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 ALF 981H, 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 56 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ALF 981H registered?

ALF 981H is a 1970 Hillman Minx, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is ALF 981H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALF 981H shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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