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RPX 973K

1992 Hillman Imp

Orange Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,648 mi
Last recorded60,648 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPX 973K
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1992
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 60,648 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 60,618 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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RPX 973K is a 1992 Hillman Imp in Orange with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RPX 973K, 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 34 years old, this Hillman Imp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RPX 973K registered?

RPX 973K is a 1992 Hillman Imp, first registered on 1 August 1992.

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