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JHK 871C

1965 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,359 mi
Last recorded40,359 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1965 Hillman Imp39,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHK 871C
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 40,359 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 40,259 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 39,946 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 39,797 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 39,468 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 39,186 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 39,186 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 39,180 miles

floor to sill corroded n/s

Pass 19 Aug 2010 39,064 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 38,845 miles

Coolant leak

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

inner sill at rear started to corrode nearside

Fail 4 Sep 2009 38,841 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Coolant leak

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

inner sill at rear started to corrode nearside

Pass 4 Sep 2008 38,668 miles

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

o/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Oct 2007 38,580 miles

play in both lower trunions

Pass 30 Oct 2006 38,399 miles

slight lift in both front lower trunions

Pass 27 Oct 2005 38,335 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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JHK 871C is a 1965 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1965 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 39,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JHK 871C, 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 61 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 JHK 871C registered?

JHK 871C is a 1965 Hillman Imp, first registered on 1 January 1965.

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