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DFP 217D

1966 Hillman Imp

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,736 mi
Last recorded24,736 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1966 Hillman Imp40,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFP 217D
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1966
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2024 24,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing some slight cracking to the tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front seat conversion carried out- non original equipment

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing some slight cracking to the tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing some slight cracking to the tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front seat conversion carried out- non original equipment

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing some slight cracking to the tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered with clear grease/ varnish (all rear) (1.1.11 (c))

underside of vehicle has a heavy coating of waxoyl

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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DFP 217D is a 1966 Hillman Imp in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 40,071 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 DFP 217D, 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 60 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DFP 217D registered?

DFP 217D is a 1966 Hillman Imp, first registered on 6 September 1966.

Is DFP 217D safe to buy?

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