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GKL 196L

1972 Hillman Avenger

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

95,795 mi
Last recorded95,795 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2005
Typical for 1972 Hillman Avenger52,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKL 196L
MakeHillman
ModelAvenger
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2005 95,795 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

How Reliable is the Hillman Avenger?

Based on 662 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
534
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 23
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired 14
Headlamp aim too high 12
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GKL 196L is a 1972 Hillman Avenger in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1972 Hillman Avenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 52,642 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 Avenger fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GKL 196L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Avenger typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Hillman Avenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GKL 196L registered?

GKL 196L is a 1972 Hillman Avenger, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is GKL 196L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKL 196L 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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