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LLD 791K

1972 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,900 mi
Last recorded86,900 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp51,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLD 791K
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 86,900 miles

Slight play in steering

Pass 26 Nov 2015 86,499 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 86,030 miles

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

O/S/F Wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

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

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 16 Nov 2013 85,538 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 85,261 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 84,527 miles

o/s front wheel bearing slight roughness

Fail 22 Nov 2011 84,524 miles

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

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

o/s front wheel bearing slight roughness

Pass 17 Nov 2010 84,164 miles

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 9 Nov 2009 83,568 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 82,889 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 82,096 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 80,774 miles

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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LLD 791K is a 1972 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LLD 791K, 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

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What year was LLD 791K registered?

LLD 791K is a 1972 Hillman Imp, first registered on 1 April 1972.

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