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BPR 653A

1963 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,859 mi
Last recorded49,859 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2013
Typical for 1963 Hillman Imp38,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPR 653A
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2013 49,859 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 76,662 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)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 76,655 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)

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp?

Based on 1,996 MOT tests across 357 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 61
brake binding 54
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 51
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 42
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BPR 653A is a 1963 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 38,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPR 653A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPR 653A registered?

BPR 653A is a 1963 Hillman Imp, first registered on 11 September 1963.

Is BPR 653A safe to buy?

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