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UIG 998

1974 Hillman Imp Super

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,999 mi
Last recorded59,999 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 1974 Hillman Imp Super47,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIG 998
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 59,999 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both front tyres perrished

heavily undersealed

Pass 7 Jul 2014 57,712 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

all four tyres perrished

Pass 1 Aug 2012 57,684 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 57,671 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 57,665 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

steering rack leaking

Pass 5 Aug 2010 57,156 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 55,882 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 55,738 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 53,982 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 53,676 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 53,676 miles

Nearside Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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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UIG 998 is a 1974 Hillman Imp Super in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1974 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 47,568 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 UIG 998, 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 52 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UIG 998 registered?

UIG 998 is a 1974 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 6 December 1974.

Is UIG 998 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIG 998 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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