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TYU 899F

1968 Hillman Imp Super

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,282 mi
Last recorded76,282 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 1968 Hillman Imp Super51,427 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYU 899F
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 76,282 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 70,155 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 69,399 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 67,594 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 67,594 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 65,344 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 63,428 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 61,197 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 59,268 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 58,530 miles

both king pins have some play not considered excessive

Pass 2 Sep 2008 57,734 miles

underside covered in oil not possible to check shocks for leaks e.t.c.

Pass 10 Aug 2007 56,754 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 55,668 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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TYU 899F is a 1968 Hillman Imp Super in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1968 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,427 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 TYU 899F, 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 58 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 TYU 899F registered?

TYU 899F is a 1968 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 1 June 1968.

Is TYU 899F safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYU 899F shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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