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OAE 759M

1973 Hillman Imp Super

Turquoise Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,435 mi
Last recorded38,435 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Hillman Imp Super60,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAE 759M
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1973
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 38,435 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 38,431 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49% (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 38,020 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 38,020 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Steering pivot point has excessive play Upper column bearing (2.2.B.1g)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Both sides rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 37,165 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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OAE 759M is a 1973 Hillman Imp Super in Turquoise with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1973 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 60,948 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 OAE 759M, 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 53 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 OAE 759M registered?

OAE 759M is a 1973 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is OAE 759M safe to buy?

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