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ACF 488L

1972 Hillman Imp Super

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,957 mi
Last recorded75,957 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp Super58,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACF 488L
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 75,957 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 75,868 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 75,744 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 75,493 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 75,332 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 75,290 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 75,125 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 74,971 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 74,626 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 74,342 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 74,076 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 73,671 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 73,149 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 72,781 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 72,169 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 71,369 miles

offside/nearside rear tyres outer wall cracked

Pass 19 Mar 2009 70,609 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 69,691 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 68,674 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 67,746 miles

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp Super?

Based on 2,745 MOT tests across 365 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
503
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 100
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 94
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 56
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ACF 488L is a 1972 Hillman Imp Super in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 58,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp Super fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACF 488L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Imp Super typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ACF 488L?

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What year was ACF 488L registered?

ACF 488L is a 1972 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 12 September 1972.

Is ACF 488L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACF 488L shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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