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APW 985

1992 Hillman Minx

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,546 mi
Last recorded54,546 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPW 985
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2012 54,546 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 54,376 miles

n/s/r and o/s/f brakes slow to function

slight play n/s/f king pin

Pass 29 Apr 2010 54,196 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 53,745 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 52,559 miles

all 4 tyres perished

o/s front king pin has some play

Pass 21 Jun 2006 51,569 miles

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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APW 985 is a 1992 Hillman Minx in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 APW 985, 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 34 years old, this Hillman Minx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was APW 985 registered?

APW 985 is a 1992 Hillman Minx, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is APW 985 safe to buy?

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