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LPF 183K

1972 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,876 mi
Last recorded67,876 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp51,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPF 183K
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 67,876 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 678,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2009 67,642 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 67,126 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 66,877 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 66,870 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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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LPF 183K is a 1972 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LPF 183K, 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 LPF 183K registered?

LPF 183K is a 1972 Hillman Imp, first registered on 5 June 1972.

Is LPF 183K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPF 183K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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