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KBD 174C

1965 Hillman Minx

Green Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,192 mi
Last recorded71,192 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1965 Hillman Minx59,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBD 174C
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 71,192 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2016 71,182 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 70,970 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2015 70,958 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 70,775 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 70,515 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 70,417 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Propshaft component defective

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front brake application uneven

front valance corroded

nearside front tyre wall cracks

nearside rear hub oil leak

Fail 10 Aug 2011 70,411 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Propshaft component defective

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front valance corroded

nearside front tyre wall cracks

nearside rear hub oil leak

Pass 24 May 2010 69,747 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

corrosion to both sides rear chassis

Fail 24 May 2010 69,747 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion to both sides rear chassis

Pass 1 Jun 2009 68,788 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 68,725 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 67,390 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre sidewall cracking.

Pass 31 May 2006 66,468 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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KBD 174C is a 1965 Hillman Minx in Green with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1965 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 59,015 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 KBD 174C, 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 61 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KBD 174C registered?

KBD 174C is a 1965 Hillman Minx, first registered on 1 October 1965.

Is KBD 174C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBD 174C shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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