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XFC 276K

1972 Hillman Imp

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

43,357 mi
Last recorded43,357 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp51,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFC 276K
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 43,357 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 43,357 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 43,197 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 43,002 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 42,978 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 40,749 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 37,883 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 34,890 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 30,313 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 30,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 22,288 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 22,284 miles

Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 21,425 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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XFC 276K is a 1972 Hillman Imp in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1972 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 51,402 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XFC 276K, 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 54 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XFC 276K registered?

XFC 276K is a 1972 Hillman Imp, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is XFC 276K safe to buy?

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