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LDB 540P

1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe

Yellow Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,779 mi
Last recorded40,779 miles
Recorded on7 May 2009
Typical for 1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe49,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDB 540P
MakeHillman
ModelImp Deluxe
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2009 40,779 miles

battery insecure

corrosion in + around all wheel arches

Fail 25 Apr 2009 40,779 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

battery insecure

corrosion in + around all wheel arches

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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LDB 540P is a 1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe in Yellow with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 49,116 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 Deluxe fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LDB 540P, 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 50 years old, this Hillman Imp Deluxe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LDB 540P?

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What year was LDB 540P registered?

LDB 540P is a 1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is LDB 540P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDB 540P shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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