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LCU 565P

1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,465 mi
Last recorded26,465 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe49,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCU 565P
MakeHillman
ModelImp Deluxe
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 26,465 miles

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

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

slight binding on front /rear brakes

Pass 22 Aug 2016 26,195 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Aug 2015 26,067 miles

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

nearside rear driveshaft do-nut cracking

offside rear driveshaft do-nut cracking

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 7 Aug 2014 25,752 miles

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

nearside rear driveshaft do-nut cracking

offside rear driveshaft do-nut split

play at steering wheel

Fail 1 Aug 2014 25,749 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

nearside rear driveshaft do-nut cracking

offside rear driveshaft do-nut split

play at steering wheel

Pass 17 Jul 2013 25,186 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

general underbody sealant coverd

n/s rear hand brake recording low effort

Pass 25 Jul 2012 20,185 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Spare tyre defective

aux drive belt showing signs of age

coolant pipe from water pump perishing and showing signs of sweating

corrossion on front of o/s/f and rear of o/s/r wings

evidance of coolant hose from thermostat housing sweating

sump gasket sweating

Pass 13 Jun 2006

slight play in o/s/f kingpin

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp Deluxe?

Based on 1,309 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
brake binding 39
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 33
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 30
Stop lamp not working 23
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LCU 565P is a 1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 49,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp Deluxe fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LCU 565P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Imp Deluxe typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 50 years old, this Hillman Imp Deluxe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LCU 565P?

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What year was LCU 565P registered?

LCU 565P is a 1976 Hillman Imp Deluxe, first registered on 12 March 1976.

Is LCU 565P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCU 565P shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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