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HOW 510D

1966 Hillman Imp Super

Maroon Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

52,892 mi
Last recorded52,892 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2012
Typical for 1966 Hillman Imp Super53,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOW 510D
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1966
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2012 52,892 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 52,751 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

some wear n/s king pin.

Fail 26 Jul 2011 52,750 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

some wear n/s king pin.

Pass 4 Aug 2010 52,655 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front & rear metal brake pipes rusting.

some wear n/s king pin.

Fail 21 Jul 2010 52,655 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front & rear metal brake pipes rusting.

some wear n/s king pin.

Pass 24 Jul 2009 52,590 miles

Battery insecure

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

all under vehicle coverd with new undersill covering all metal brakepipes and hoses

fuel pipes rusty

slight up and down movement in nsf+osf wheel brg and king pins

Fail 16 Jul 2009 52,580 miles

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

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Battery insecure

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

all under vehicle coverd with new undersill covering all metal brakepipes and hoses

fuel pipes rusty

slight up and down movement in nsf+osf wheel brg and king pins

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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HOW 510D is a 1966 Hillman Imp Super in Maroon with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1966 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 53,178 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 HOW 510D, 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 60 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HOW 510D registered?

HOW 510D is a 1966 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 2 November 1966.

Is HOW 510D safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOW 510D shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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