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COO 23

1962 Hillman Minx

Multi-colour Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,326 mi
Last recorded13,326 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2019
Typical for 1962 Hillman Minx56,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOO 23
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1962
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2019 13,326 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2019 13,326 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Jun 2010 13,201 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 13,201 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2009 13,122 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

o/s inner wing corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2008 13,093 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s inner wing corroaded

Pass 23 Aug 2007 13,031 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 12,947 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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COO 23 is a 1962 Hillman Minx in Multi-colour with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1962 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 56,508 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 COO 23, 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 64 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was COO 23 registered?

COO 23 is a 1962 Hillman Minx, first registered on 12 April 1962.

Is COO 23 safe to buy?

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