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FPM 8C

1966 Hillman Imp Super

White Petrol 1220cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,151 mi
Last recorded39,151 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2007
Typical for 1966 Hillman Imp Super53,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPM 8C
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1966
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,220cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2007 39,151 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 39,150 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Offside front wheel bearing rough (slightly) and appears to be noisy.

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear wheels binding, stiff to turn.

Vehicle emits quite heavy 'Bluish' smoke at fast idle, especially when cold.

Washers weak, barely sufficient.

Pass 4 Jul 2006 37,588 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 36,243 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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FPM 8C is a 1966 Hillman Imp Super in White with a 1,220cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1966 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 53,178 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 FPM 8C, 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 60 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 FPM 8C registered?

FPM 8C is a 1966 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 21 July 1966.

Is FPM 8C safe to buy?

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