Hillman Avenger Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Hillman Avenger reliable? We analysed 662 real MOT tests across 109 vehicles to find out.
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The Hillman Avenger is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hillman Avenger.
Hillman Avenger Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hillman Avenger. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hillman Avenger MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hillman Avenger to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hillman Avenger Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hillman Avenger fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hillman Avenger Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hillman Avenger owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hillman Avenger MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hillman Avenger year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 198 | 81.3% | 50,194 | 66,834 | 73,980 |
| 1972 | 251 | 78.1% | 28,478 | 52,642 | 67,437 |
| 1971 | 54 | 85.2% | 36,559 | 48,113 | 52,414 |
| 1970 | 81 | 79.0% | 53,752 | 61,896 | 78,933 |
How Long Does a Hillman Avenger Last?
Based on 109 Hillman Avenger vehicles on UK roads.
Hillman Avenger Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hillman Avenger MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Hillman Avenger
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.2% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
78.1% MOT pass rate from 251 tests
The best year to buy a used Hillman Avenger is 1971, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.2% across 54 tests. The 1972 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hillman Avenger Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillman Avenger THIS CAR | 80.4% | 662 | 55,790 mi | 56 yrs |
| Hillman Minx | 81.7% | 4,599 | 51,353 mi | 92 yrs |
| Hillman Imp Super | 78.2% | 2,745 | 50,442 mi | 60 yrs |
| Hillman Super Minx | 79.3% | 2,055 | 55,846 mi | 64 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line | 95.6% | 320 | 41,240 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hillman Minx (81.7% pass rate) and the Hillman Imp Super (78.2% pass rate), the Hillman Avenger sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Hillman Avenger has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.4% across 662 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Hillman Avenger are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (69 recorded failures), seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (23), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (18). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Hillman Avenger owner drives around 534 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Hillman Avenger models stay on UK roads for around 56 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.