CarVerify

Free Car Check

KJK 788K

1972 Hillman Imp

Gold Petrol 875cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,816 mi
Last recorded45,816 miles
Recorded on21 May 2010
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp51,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Hillman
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJK 788K
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2010 45,816 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 44,828 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 42,999 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 42,999 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.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
Full Hillman Imp reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KJK 788K is a 1972 Hillman Imp in Gold with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 51,402 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 KJK 788K, 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 54 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KJK 788K?

You can check the full history of KJK 788K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KJK 788K registered?

KJK 788K is a 1972 Hillman Imp, first registered on 17 May 1972.

Is KJK 788K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJK 788K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KJK 788K have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KJK 788K. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.