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RDU 556H

1969 Hillman Imp

Black Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,353 mi
Last recorded52,353 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1969 Hillman Imp53,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDU 556H
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1969
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 May 2016 52,353 miles

nearside rear brake slightly binding

oil leak

Pass 13 May 2015 52,300 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

slight oil leak on steering rack

Pass 13 May 2014 52,234 miles

Oil leak

play in n/s/f lower king pin bush

play in o/s/f lower king pin bush

play in top steering column bush

slight oil leak steering rack

Pass 9 May 2013 52,153 miles

Oil leak

play in top steering column bush

slight oil leak steering rack

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 17 May 2012 52,047 miles

play in both front wheel bearings

slight oil leak steering rack

slight play top steering column bush

Pass 17 May 2011 51,939 miles

both sides rear tyres sidewall cracks

both wiper blades could do with replacing

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight scratch o/s windscreen from wiper blade

Pass 14 May 2010 51,806 miles

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

both front stub axle bushes slight play

o/s/f brake binding slightly

rear no plate backing fading

Pass 7 May 2009 51,612 miles

engine oil leak.

play in top steering column bush.

Pass 19 May 2008 51,453 miles

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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RDU 556H is a 1969 Hillman Imp in Black with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1969 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 53,352 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 RDU 556H, 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 57 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RDU 556H registered?

RDU 556H is a 1969 Hillman Imp, first registered on 7 October 1969.

Is RDU 556H safe to buy?

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