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WXF 217M

1974 Hillman Imp Super

Gold Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2010
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

34,268 mi
Last recorded34,268 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2009
Typical for 1974 Hillman Imp Super47,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWXF 217M
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2009 34,268 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 34,266 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Surface cracks to o/s rear tyrewall

Pass 22 Jun 2007 34,263 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Some cracking to o/s rear tyre tread.

Fail 15 Jun 2007 34,261 miles

Offside Outer Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Some surface cracking to o/s rear tyre tread.

Pass 31 Oct 2005 34,083 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 34,077 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 19 Oct 2005 34,069 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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WXF 217M is a 1974 Hillman Imp Super in Gold with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp Super fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WXF 217M, 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.

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What year was WXF 217M registered?

WXF 217M is a 1974 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 18 January 1974.

Is WXF 217M safe to buy?

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