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CSU 870

1987 Hillman Minx

Green Petrol 1185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,083 mi
Last recorded27,083 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSU 870
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,185cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2012 27,083 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 26,814 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 26,393 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 26,379 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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CSU 870 is a 1987 Hillman Minx in Green with a 1,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CSU 870, 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 39 years old, this Hillman Minx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CSU 870 registered?

CSU 870 is a 1987 Hillman Minx, first registered on 22 January 1987.

Is CSU 870 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSU 870 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CSU 870 have outstanding finance?

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