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THR 815J

1970 Hillman Imp Super

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,326 mi
Last recorded42,326 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2012
Typical for 1970 Hillman Imp Super37,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHR 815J
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2012 42,326 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 42,309 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 42,254 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 42,243 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 42,111 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Play in offside front steering joint

Rear window does not secure

Fail 24 Aug 2009 42,098 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Play in offside front steering joint

Rear window does not secure

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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THR 815J is a 1970 Hillman Imp Super in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1970 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 37,004 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 THR 815J, 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 56 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 THR 815J registered?

THR 815J is a 1970 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 11 November 1970.

Is THR 815J safe to buy?

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