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489 XUK

2008 Hillman Minx

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,999 mi
Last recorded73,999 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration489 XUK
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2012 73,999 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 73,935 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 73,846 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 73,505 miles

steering slightly stiff

Pass 10 Jun 2008 73,435 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.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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489 XUK is a 2008 Hillman Minx in Black with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 489 XUK, 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 18 years old, this Hillman Minx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 489 XUK registered?

489 XUK is a 2008 Hillman Minx, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is 489 XUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 489 XUK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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