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CWK 859K

1972 Hillman Imp Super

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

71,759 mi
Last recorded71,759 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp Super58,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWK 859K
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 71,759 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted and rear wheel (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front slight play in king pin

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2026 71,759 miles

Fuel pipe leaking fuel pipe to carb (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted and rear wheel (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front slight play in king pin

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 71,567 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 71,391 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 May 2024 71,390 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced IN REAR WHEEL ARCH (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 71,144 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 70,959 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 70,952 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2017 70,111 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 69,914 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 69,821 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 69,544 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 69,193 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 68,537 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 68,256 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 67,352 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 67,351 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 66,758 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

ns rear brake binding slightly

slight play both front kingpins

Pass 4 Feb 2008 65,762 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 63,651 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 63,651 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

o/s and n/s rear floor to outer door sills corroded and weak

slight wear in o/s rear lower suspension arm front outer bush

Pass 7 Feb 2006 62,495 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 62,495 miles

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

long travel on handbrake

small split around passenger front seat fixing

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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CWK 859K is a 1972 Hillman Imp Super in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1972 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 58,441 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 CWK 859K, 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 54 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CWK 859K registered?

CWK 859K is a 1972 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 2 May 1972.

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