CarVerify

Free Car Check

AFK 917A

1963 Hillman Super Minx

Red Petrol 1592cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,045 mi
Last recorded98,045 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1963 Hillman Super Minx48,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Hillman
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFK 917A
MakeHillman
ModelSuper Minx
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2023 98,045 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 96,261 miles

Fuel pipe insecure steering box arm rubbing on pipe (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking pipe from filter to carb (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area?? (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front front end of inner sill /chassis holed and corroded

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 94,732 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 94,451 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 94,035 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 93,755 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 93,105 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 92,625 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 92,164 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 91,801 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 91,304 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 90,638 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 90,377 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 89,721 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
Full Hillman Super Minx reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AFK 917A is a 1963 Hillman Super Minx in Red with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1963 Hillman Super Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 48,621 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Super Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFK 917A, 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 63 years old, this Hillman Super Minx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFK 917A?

You can check the full history of AFK 917A by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AFK 917A registered?

AFK 917A is a 1963 Hillman Super Minx, first registered on 1 November 1963.

Is AFK 917A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFK 917A shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFK 917A have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AFK 917A. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.