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JY 2895

1978 Hillman Minx

Black Petrol 1141cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,225 mi
Last recorded5,225 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJY 2895
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,141cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2010 5,225 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 5,225 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not retract smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Semaphore indicator arm does not retract smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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JY 2895 is a 1978 Hillman Minx in Black with a 1,141cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JY 2895, 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 48 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JY 2895 registered?

JY 2895 is a 1978 Hillman Minx, first registered on 4 July 1978.

Is JY 2895 safe to buy?

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