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XDB 512K

1972 Hillman Imp Super

Turquoise Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,434 mi
Last recorded85,434 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp Super58,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDB 512K
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1972
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2012 85,434 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 May 2012 85,403 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 May 2011 75,683 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 75,653 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 75,593 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring 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)

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

previous repairs have been covered in fibre glass sheeting & heavily undersealed,prescribed & non-prescribed areas tested with corrosion tool,but wouldn't penerate,advise as necessary.

Pass 1 Mar 2008 75,552 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 75,504 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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XDB 512K is a 1972 Hillman Imp Super in Turquoise with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 58,441 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 XDB 512K, 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 54 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 XDB 512K registered?

XDB 512K is a 1972 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is XDB 512K safe to buy?

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