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MPO 487J

1971 Hillman Imp Super

Orange Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

61,393 mi
Last recorded61,393 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 Hillman Imp Super45,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPO 487J
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 61,393 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 61,393 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 60,606 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres slightly perished on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 60,593 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 60,592 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 60,587 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 60,414 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 59,823 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 56,942 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 55,989 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 55,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 54,039 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 54,039 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 53,208 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 53,208 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 51,105 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

steering rack gaitor starting to crack.

Pass 13 Feb 2013 51,105 miles

steering rack gaitor starting to crack.

Fail 15 Feb 2012 47,520 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 47,520 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 45,990 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front tyres starting to crack on outer side wall.

slight play on nearside track rod end

Fail 10 Feb 2011 45,983 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front tyres starting to crack on outer side wall.

slight play on nearside track rod end

Pass 6 Feb 2010 44,600 miles

all tyres starting to have small side wall cracks

Pass 26 Jan 2009 43,160 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 43,160 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2006 38,928 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp Super?

Based on 2,745 MOT tests across 365 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
503
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 100
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 94
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 56
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MPO 487J is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super in Orange with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1971 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 45,048 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 Super fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPO 487J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Imp Super typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MPO 487J registered?

MPO 487J is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 17 February 1971.

Is MPO 487J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPO 487J shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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