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OOY 635L

1972 Hillman Imp Deluxe

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,000 mi
Last recorded86,000 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp Deluxe54,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOY 635L
MakeHillman
ModelImp Deluxe
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 86,000 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 83,782 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 80,864 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 78,826 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 76,704 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 75,532 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 74,965 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 72,828 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 71,185 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 70,185 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 68,360 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 66,494 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 65,430 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 63,009 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 60,580 miles

rear shockabsorbers starting to corrode

Pass 25 Feb 2011 57,123 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 54,142 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 52,005 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 49,374 miles

slight play in o/s/f and n/s/f king pins

slight rusting o/s/f jacking point

Pass 6 Jan 2007 47,677 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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OOY 635L is a 1972 Hillman Imp Deluxe in Blue 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 Deluxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 54,328 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 OOY 635L, 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 54 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 OOY 635L?

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What year was OOY 635L registered?

OOY 635L is a 1972 Hillman Imp Deluxe, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is OOY 635L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOY 635L 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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