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XLB 889G

1968 Hillman Imp Super

Grey Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,863 mi
Last recorded36,863 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 1968 Hillman Imp Super51,427 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLB 889G
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1968
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 36,863 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 36,860 miles

Slight uplift in both front suspension lower trunnions

Fail 13 Mar 2018 36,860 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Slight uplift in both front suspension lower trunnions

Pass 13 Apr 2017 36,849 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 36,841 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 36,820 miles

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 Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body corrosion to both outer rear corners, no sharp edges evident

small amount of corrosion in nearside rear floor area

Pass 4 Mar 2014 36,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

general underside corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2013 35,046 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 32,898 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

clutch pedel rubber missing

offside front sidelight lens cracked

slight coolant weepage

slight lift in offside front king pin

slight play in offside and nearside front wheel bearings

Pass 3 Mar 2011 32,796 miles

vehicle has had metal plates weld in variouse place and underseald

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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XLB 889G is a 1968 Hillman Imp Super in Grey with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1968 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,427 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 XLB 889G, 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 58 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 XLB 889G registered?

XLB 889G is a 1968 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 18 November 1968.

Is XLB 889G safe to buy?

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