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DFH 549J

1971 Hillman Imp Super

Silver Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

63,990 mi
Last recorded63,990 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2007
Typical for 1971 Hillman Imp Super45,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFH 549J
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2007 63,990 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

main and o/s rear brake pipes rusty

slight play rack

wheel arches rusty

Fail 1 Jun 2006 61,949 miles

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

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

battery insecure

front panel holed and corroded under bonnet but still latches o/k

unable to see all brake pipes/pads/discs by design

Pass 1 Jun 2006 61,949 miles

battery insecure

front panel holed and corroded under bonnet but still latches o/k

unable to see all brake pipes/pads/discs by design

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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DFH 549J is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super in Silver with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1971 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 45,048 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 DFH 549J, 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 55 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DFH 549J registered?

DFH 549J is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 12 May 1971.

Is DFH 549J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFH 549J shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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