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FKK 280L

1971 Hillman Imp Super

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,716 mi
Last recorded80,716 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2022
Typical for 1971 Hillman Imp Super45,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKK 280L
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2022 80,716 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 790,891 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 79,453 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 79,279 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 79,174 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 78,918 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2014 78,892 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 78,406 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 780,201 miles

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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FKK 280L is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 45,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp Super fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKK 280L, 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 55 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 FKK 280L registered?

FKK 280L is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FKK 280L safe to buy?

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