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DPO 946L

1973 Hillman Imp Super

Gold Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,656 mi
Last recorded67,656 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Hillman Imp Super60,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPO 946L
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 67,656 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 67,172 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 67,172 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 66,177 miles

nearside front flexy brake pipe sterting to crack.

Fail 4 Jul 2014 65,130 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

nearside front brake hose starting to crack.

Pass 4 Jul 2014 65,130 miles

nearside front brake hose starting to crack.

Fail 18 Jun 2013 62,373 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 62,373 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 61,421 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 59,257 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 59,257 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 55,417 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 54,537 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 52,482 miles

nearside rear tyre side wall starting to crack.

Pass 9 Jul 2007 52,106 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 504,563 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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DPO 946L is a 1973 Hillman Imp Super in Gold with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 60,948 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 DPO 946L, 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 53 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DPO 946L?

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What year was DPO 946L registered?

DPO 946L is a 1973 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 7 May 1973.

Is DPO 946L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPO 946L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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