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OYT 917L

1972 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,397 mi
Last recorded14,397 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp51,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYT 917L
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 14,397 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 13,191 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 90,336 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 90,336 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight brake bind nearside front

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp?

Based on 1,996 MOT tests across 357 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 61
brake binding 54
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 51
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 42
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OYT 917L is a 1972 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 51,402 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OYT 917L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Imp typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OYT 917L registered?

OYT 917L is a 1972 Hillman Imp, first registered on 24 November 1972.

Is OYT 917L safe to buy?

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