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NXC 121H

1970 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,502 mi
Last recorded14,502 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1970 Hillman Imp50,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNXC 121H
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 14,502 miles

drive shaft donuts splitting

slight play in o/s/f tre

slight play in steering column upper bush

Pass 8 Mar 2014 41,161 miles

rear dive shaft donunts cracking

slight play in steering column upper bearing

slight play osf tre ball joint

Pass 9 Mar 2013 41,081 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear driveshaft couplings splitting

rear engine mount split

Fail 9 Mar 2013 41,081 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear driveshaft couplings splitting

rear engine mount split

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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NXC 121H is a 1970 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 50,832 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NXC 121H, 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 56 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NXC 121H registered?

NXC 121H is a 1970 Hillman Imp, first registered on 19 May 1970.

Is NXC 121H safe to buy?

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