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SUJ 243H

1970 Hillman Minx

White Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,668 mi
Last recorded52,668 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Hillman Minx50,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUJ 243H
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 52,668 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 52,460 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2015 52,275 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2014 52,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 14 May 2014 52,062 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 May 2013 51,944 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 51,527 miles

all brake hose ferrules corroded.

rear brake pipes corroding.

Fail 16 May 2012 51,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all brake hose ferrules corroded.

rear brake pipes corroding.

Pass 29 May 2010 51,410 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 51,026 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 51,023 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/r brake is slightly binding

Pass 31 May 2007 50,758 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 50,679 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 50,679 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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SUJ 243H is a 1970 Hillman Minx in White with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,679 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 SUJ 243H, 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 56 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SUJ 243H registered?

SUJ 243H is a 1970 Hillman Minx, first registered on 22 May 1970.

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