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KYD 340K

1972 Hillman Imp

Gold Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,482 mi
Last recorded35,482 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp51,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYD 340K
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 35,482 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 33,987 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 31,944 miles

oil leak

Fail 18 Jan 2016 31,942 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2015 92,323 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 92,323 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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KYD 340K is a 1972 Hillman Imp in Gold with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KYD 340K, 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.

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What year was KYD 340K registered?

KYD 340K is a 1972 Hillman Imp, first registered on 6 June 1972.

Is KYD 340K safe to buy?

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