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JVS 475

1971 Hillman Minx

Blue Petrol 1494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,514 mi
Last recorded66,514 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVS 475
MakeHillman
ModelMinx
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,494cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2015 66,514 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 66,502 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 66,412 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 66,412 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 64,173 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 64,102 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 64,102 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2006 64,057 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

all under vehicle repaired and undersealed

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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JVS 475 is a 1971 Hillman Minx in Blue with a 1,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Hillman Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JVS 475, 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 55 years old, this Hillman Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JVS 475 registered?

JVS 475 is a 1971 Hillman Minx, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is JVS 475 safe to buy?

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