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FNU 187

1938 Hillman Minx

Black Petrol 1141cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,637 mi
Last recorded84,637 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 1938 Hillman Minx16,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNU 187
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,141cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 84,637 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 May 2011 83,794 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 83,239 miles

Advise gear box and engine have minor various oil leeks engine has minor water leek advise wiper are deteriating

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 82,455 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 81,937 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 81,402 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 80,426 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 80,423 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Brake relay lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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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FNU 187 is a 1938 Hillman Minx in Black with a 1,141cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1938 Hillman Minx models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 16,578 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 Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FNU 187, 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 88 years old, this Hillman Minx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FNU 187 registered?

FNU 187 is a 1938 Hillman Minx, first registered on 1 June 1938.

Is FNU 187 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNU 187 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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