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DGS 470C

1965 Hillman Minx

Grey Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,968 mi
Last recorded18,968 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1965 Hillman Minx59,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGS 470C
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1965
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 18,968 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 16,464 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 15,275 miles

oil leak

Fail 9 Mar 2016 15,268 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2014 15,259 miles

Oil leak

corroded underbody

nearside rear sill corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2013 15,178 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,156 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Apr 2012 15,139 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 14,512 miles

fron to rear fuel pipe perished

n/s/r tyre perishing

rear exuast corroded

slight play n/s and o/s/f suspension

Pass 20 Apr 2010 13,846 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 13,845 miles

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,447 miles

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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DGS 470C is a 1965 Hillman Minx in Grey with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1965 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 59,015 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGS 470C, 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 61 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DGS 470C registered?

DGS 470C is a 1965 Hillman Minx, first registered on 5 October 1965.

Is DGS 470C safe to buy?

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