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4533 KV

1964 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,640 mi
Last recorded84,640 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1964 Hillman Imp52,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration4533 KV
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 84,640 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 84,640 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 84,633 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 84,619 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2023 84,619 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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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4533 KV is a 1964 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1964 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 52,991 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 4533 KV, 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 62 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 4533 KV registered?

4533 KV is a 1964 Hillman Imp, first registered on 1 January 1964.

Is 4533 KV safe to buy?

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