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USV 247

1986 Hillman Minx

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,497 mi
Last recorded80,497 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSV 247
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 80,497 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 80,492 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 80,484 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008
Fail 2 Feb 2008

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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USV 247 is a 1986 Hillman Minx in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying USV 247, 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 40 years old, this Hillman Minx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was USV 247 registered?

USV 247 is a 1986 Hillman Minx, first registered on 1 May 1986.

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