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HSU 998

1988 Willys Mb

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,708 mi
Last recorded13,708 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSU 998
MakeWillys
ModelMb
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 13,708 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2024 13,460 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

All four bump stops missing

Drag link ends worn

Front panel loose

Near side front lower shocker bush worn

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak from oil filter housing

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear flexy insecure

Steering drop arm locking devise not standard

Pass 18 Apr 2012 7,314 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 6,201 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 4,508 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 3,470 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 2,722 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 1,641 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 533 miles

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

How Reliable is the Willys Mb?

Based on 732 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

94.3%
Pass Rate
350
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 5
position lamp(s) not working 4
Stop lamp not working 4
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HSU 998 is a 1988 Willys Mb in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Willys Mb fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HSU 998, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Willys Mb typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 38 years old, this Willys Mb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HSU 998 registered?

HSU 998 is a 1988 Willys Mb, first registered on 11 March 1988.

Is HSU 998 safe to buy?

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