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GHW 985N

1975 Hillman Imp Super

Yellow Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

65,904 mi
Last recorded65,904 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 1975 Hillman Imp Super38,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHW 985N
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2014 65,904 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 65,904 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 65,736 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 65,736 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 65,633 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 65,633 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 65,535 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 65,392 miles

O/s/r brake has a brake bind

Pass 13 Mar 2009 65,251 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 65,251 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 65,111 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 65,111 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 64,830 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 64,830 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2006
Fail 17 Mar 2006 64,754 miles

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension damaged (2.4.G.4a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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GHW 985N is a 1975 Hillman Imp Super in Yellow with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1975 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 38,348 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 Imp Super fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GHW 985N, 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 51 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GHW 985N registered?

GHW 985N is a 1975 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 1 January 1975.

Is GHW 985N safe to buy?

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