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WGF 173M

1974 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,394 mi
Last recorded50,394 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 1974 Hillman Imp40,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGF 173M
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2015 50,394 miles

Body has slight corrosion battery tray corroded (6.1.B.2)

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

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

The engine has a slight oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2005 50,065 miles

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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WGF 173M is a 1974 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WGF 173M, 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 WGF 173M registered?

WGF 173M is a 1974 Hillman Imp, first registered on 22 February 1974.

Is WGF 173M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGF 173M shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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