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GUJ 278N

1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,202 mi
Last recorded53,202 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe50,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUJ 278N
MakeHillman
ModelImp Deluxe
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 53,202 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 52,053 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 52,050 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 51,896 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 45,948 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 45,635 miles

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp Deluxe?

Based on 1,309 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
brake binding 39
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 33
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 30
Stop lamp not working 23
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GUJ 278N is a 1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 50,471 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp Deluxe fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GUJ 278N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Imp Deluxe typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this Hillman Imp Deluxe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GUJ 278N?

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What year was GUJ 278N registered?

GUJ 278N is a 1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe, first registered on 14 November 1974.

Is GUJ 278N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUJ 278N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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