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LMV 335K

1972 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 930cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,634 mi
Last recorded60,634 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp51,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMV 335K
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine930cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 60,634 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 60,633 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 99% (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Sep 2016 59,023 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 59,016 miles

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

Offside Front brake caliper locking device missing calliper carrier nut missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 58,148 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2014 53,475 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 54,894 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2012 53,257 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 52,005 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 51,492 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 51,282 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 49,800 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 49,748 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 49,077 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 48,978 miles

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

slight play in nearside front kingpin

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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LMV 335K is a 1972 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 930cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LMV 335K, 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 LMV 335K registered?

LMV 335K is a 1972 Hillman Imp, first registered on 2 June 1972.

Is LMV 335K safe to buy?

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