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EPA 642B

1964 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,000 mi
Last recorded88,000 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 1964 Hillman Imp52,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPA 642B
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 88,000 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 87,394 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 87,394 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 87,343 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 85,993 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 83,848 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 82,778 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 82,778 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 81,251 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 80,245 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2007 80,245 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 77,928 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 75,902 miles

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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EPA 642B is a 1964 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1964 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 52,991 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPA 642B, 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 62 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EPA 642B registered?

EPA 642B is a 1964 Hillman Imp, first registered on 19 August 1964.

Is EPA 642B safe to buy?

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