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XRT 659N

1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,914 mi
Last recorded84,914 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe50,471 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRT 659N
MakeHillman
ModelImp Deluxe
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 84,914 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 82,447 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 82,447 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 82,251 miles

N/S/F wiper blade spilt

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 21 Aug 2012 82,230 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 82,011 miles

general light corrosion to floor pan

Pass 12 Jul 2010 81,798 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 81,297 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 80,938 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 80,632 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 80,390 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 80,383 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp Deluxe?

Based on 1,309 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
brake binding 39
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 33
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 30
Stop lamp not working 23
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XRT 659N is a 1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 50,471 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp Deluxe fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRT 659N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Imp Deluxe typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this Hillman Imp Deluxe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRT 659N?

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What year was XRT 659N registered?

XRT 659N is a 1974 Hillman Imp Deluxe, first registered on 13 August 1974.

Is XRT 659N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRT 659N shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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