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GLU 521J

1971 Hillman Imp

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,635 mi
Last recorded9,635 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1971 Hillman Imp48,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLU 521J
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 9,635 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both front king pins have slight lift

Pass 17 Jun 2021 9,463 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 9,382 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 9,338 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 9,279 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 8,828 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 8,086 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 7,386 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2012 1,971 miles

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

ALL TYRES ARE COMP USE

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

Fail 19 May 2009 67,532 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 May 2009 67,532 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 67,242 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 67,242 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 67,063 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 67,011 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 67,011 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GLU 521J is a 1971 Hillman Imp in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 48,443 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 GLU 521J, 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 55 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GLU 521J registered?

GLU 521J is a 1971 Hillman Imp, first registered on 24 June 1971.

Is GLU 521J safe to buy?

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