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PHJ 289K

1972 Hillman Imp

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,349 mi
Last recorded36,349 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2010
Typical for 1972 Hillman Imp51,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 289K
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2010 36,349 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 36,320 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 36,306 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PHJ 289K is a 1972 Hillman Imp in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PHJ 289K, 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 PHJ 289K registered?

PHJ 289K is a 1972 Hillman Imp, first registered on 26 June 1972.

Is PHJ 289K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 289K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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