CarVerify

Free Car Check

WYB 513M

1974 Hillman Imp

Brown Petrol 875cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

71,803 mi
Last recorded71,803 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 Hillman Imp40,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Hillman
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYB 513M
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 71,803 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 71,803 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 69,377 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated small split (2.2.D.2d)

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 66,292 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 63,842 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 63,841 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

exhaust smokey

Pass 31 Mar 2014 62,113 miles

indicator flash rate at idle

Pass 18 Mar 2013 59,810 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 59,810 miles

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 59,024 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 59,024 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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
Full Hillman Imp reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WYB 513M is a 1974 Hillman Imp in Brown with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1974 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 40,481 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 WYB 513M, 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 52 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WYB 513M?

You can check the full history of WYB 513M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WYB 513M registered?

WYB 513M is a 1974 Hillman Imp, first registered on 22 April 1974.

Is WYB 513M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYB 513M shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WYB 513M have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WYB 513M. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.