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KVB 522

1984 Hillman Minx

Black Petrol 1265cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,019 mi
Last recorded20,019 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVB 522
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,265cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 20,019 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2012 20,019 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2011 19,123 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 18,621 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 17,741 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 17,316 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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KVB 522 is a 1984 Hillman Minx in Black with a 1,265cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KVB 522, 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 42 years old, this Hillman Minx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KVB 522 registered?

KVB 522 is a 1984 Hillman Minx, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is KVB 522 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVB 522 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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