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APY 238A

1963 Hillman Super Minx

Grey Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,835 mi
Last recorded61,835 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 1963 Hillman Super Minx48,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPY 238A
MakeHillman
ModelSuper Minx
Year1963
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 61,835 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 61,767 miles

Condition of front brake discs

Corosion to both front brake pipes to flexi

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Wear to front brake pads

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Dec 2011 61,743 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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APY 238A is a 1963 Hillman Super Minx in Grey with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hillman Super Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APY 238A, 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.

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What year was APY 238A registered?

APY 238A is a 1963 Hillman Super Minx, first registered on 28 October 1963.

Is APY 238A safe to buy?

The MOT history for APY 238A shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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