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XJW 848M

1974 Hillman Imp Super

Brown Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,357 mi
Last recorded35,357 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1974 Hillman Imp Super47,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJW 848M
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 35,357 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 35,337 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 28,997 miles

some oil loss

vehicle body and structure sound and secure but some sections in an advanced state of corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2009 21,457 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 21,395 miles

Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

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

offisde rear tyre wearing on inner edge

rest of vehicle body and structure sound and secure but some sections in an advanced state of corrosion

some oil loss

Pass 30 Apr 2008 19,008 miles

all brake pipes showing signs opf corrosion

chassis and structure in an advanced state of corrosion

Pass 9 May 2007 18,989 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

full inspection of under vehicle and brake pipes not possible under seal covered, some corrosion were visable.

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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XJW 848M is a 1974 Hillman Imp Super in Brown with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XJW 848M, 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 XJW 848M registered?

XJW 848M is a 1974 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 21 February 1974.

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