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RAP 822M

1974 Hillman Imp

Turquoise Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,422 mi
Last recorded49,422 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 1974 Hillman Imp40,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAP 822M
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1974
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 49,422 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 25 Nov 2017 49,422 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 16 Nov 2016 44,219 miles

front spotlight not a matched pair and fixings constitute sharp edges

long brake pedal travel

lowered suspension all round

modified exhaust

o/s/f wheel bearing has some play

wide wheels fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2016 44,216 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end not locked to steering rod (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired mid floor to sill not welded (2.4.A.3)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure drivers seat belt fixing to floor needs reinforcing (5.2.1a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/r inner sill/floor (at wishbone mounting) (2.4.A.3)

long brake pedal travel

lowered suspension all round

modified exhaust

o/s/f wheel bearing has some play

wide wheels fitted

front spotlight not a matched pair and fixings constitute sharp edges

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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RAP 822M is a 1974 Hillman Imp in Turquoise with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 40,481 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 RAP 822M, 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 52 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RAP 822M registered?

RAP 822M is a 1974 Hillman Imp, first registered on 1 June 1974.

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