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PTW 325R

1976 Hillman Imp Super

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,245 mi
Last recorded15,245 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 1976 Hillman Imp Super30,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTW 325R
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 15,245 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 15,245 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 14,663 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn King Pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn King Pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Jun 2017 14,362 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 13,961 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 13,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 13,557 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 12,964 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front shock lower mounting bushes perished

both headlights have poor beam patterns

both rear drive shaft doughnuts just started to perish

slight gearbox oil leaks

underside of car covered in sealant

Pass 4 Jun 2013 12,603 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2012 12,364 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 11,956 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Jun 2011 11,956 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 11,598 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 11,478 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,431 miles

corrosion offside outer sill / floor

flat spot nearside front tyre

play in steering column top bush

slight lift in nearside front kingpin

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 22 Feb 2006 11,406 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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PTW 325R is a 1976 Hillman Imp Super in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1976 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 30,249 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp Super fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PTW 325R, 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 50 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 PTW 325R registered?

PTW 325R is a 1976 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 8 October 1976.

Is PTW 325R safe to buy?

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