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JYU 544K

1972 Hillman Imp Super

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,605 mi
Last recorded65,605 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2012
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp Super58,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYU 544K
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2012 65,605 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 65,602 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 65,264 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 65,247 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 May 2010 64,335 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 63,562 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2008 62,176 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 61,326 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 61,314 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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JYU 544K is a 1972 Hillman Imp Super in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 58,441 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 JYU 544K, 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 54 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYU 544K registered?

JYU 544K is a 1972 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 12 June 1972.

Is JYU 544K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYU 544K shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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