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FLK 488J

1970 Hillman Imp Super

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,016 mi
Last recorded37,016 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Hillman Imp Super37,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLK 488J
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 37,016 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 37,010 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 37,010 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 37,004 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play n/s king pin

Pass 15 Jul 2014 36,998 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 36,992 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in n/s king pin bush

Pass 24 Jul 2013 36,992 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in n/s king pin bush

Pass 17 Jul 2012 36,986 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 36,890 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 36,974 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

fuel tank filler hose starting to perish

Pass 21 Jul 2009 36,968 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,961 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 36,955 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 8 Aug 2006 36,943 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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FLK 488J is a 1970 Hillman Imp Super in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 37,004 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 FLK 488J, 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 56 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 FLK 488J registered?

FLK 488J is a 1970 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 28 October 1970.

Is FLK 488J safe to buy?

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