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SLE 562L

1973 Hillman Avenger

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1973 Hillman Avenger66,834 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLE 562L
MakeHillman
ModelAvenger
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025
Pass 21 Nov 2023
Pass 20 Jul 2017 75,771 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 75,577 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015
Pass 16 Nov 2012
Fail 15 Nov 2012

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

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

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2011 54,832 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 54,832 miles

How Reliable is the Hillman Avenger?

Based on 662 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
534
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 23
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired 14
Headlamp aim too high 12
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SLE 562L is a 1973 Hillman Avenger in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Hillman Avenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 66,834 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Avenger fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SLE 562L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Avenger typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 53 years old, this Hillman Avenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of SLE 562L?

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What year was SLE 562L registered?

SLE 562L is a 1973 Hillman Avenger, first registered on 26 March 1973.

Is SLE 562L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLE 562L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLE 562L have outstanding finance?

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