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1984 Hillman Super Minx

Maroon Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

17,402 mi
Last recorded17,402 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
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Vehicle Details

Registration270 EUW
MakeHillman
ModelSuper Minx
Year1984
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 17,402 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

brake system heavily modified

front suspension heavily modified

lift on o/s king pin

no seat belts fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Aug 2019 17,396 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Fuel pipe insecure cable tied to suspension (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))

brake system heavily modified

front suspension heavily modified

lift on o/s king pin

no seat belts fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Jul 2017 17,305 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 17,305 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 17,280 miles

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

Steering rack modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 17,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Steering rack modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 16,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Steering rack modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

engine running rough and hot !

front and rear tyres different sizes f-145/15 r-225/60/15

windows red tinted

Fail 3 Jun 2013 16,942 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Steering rack modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

front and rear tyres different sizes f-145/15 r-225/60/15

windows red tinted

Fail 9 May 2013 16,937 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Centre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)

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

Steering rack inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Steering linkage modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

engine overheating and leaking water

idle speed high

no seat belts fitted

oil leaks

slight noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

windows tinted

Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,276 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 13,908 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 12,418 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 1,240 miles

How Reliable is the Hillman Super Minx?

Based on 2,055 MOT tests across 271 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
325
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 81
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
brake recording little or no effort 59
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 55
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 51
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270 EUW is a 1984 Hillman Super Minx in Maroon with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a Hillman Super Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 270 EUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Super Minx typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 42 years old, this Hillman Super Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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270 EUW is a 1984 Hillman Super Minx, first registered on 13 February 1984.

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