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FHP 906C

1965 Hillman Imp

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,143 mi
Last recorded3,143 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1965 Hillman Imp39,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHP 906C
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 3,143 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 2,918 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 2,374 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 1,572 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 983 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 22,652 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 27,652 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 22,440 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,389 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 22,012 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 22,012 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 31 May 2008 21,859 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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FHP 906C is a 1965 Hillman Imp in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1965 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 39,872 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 FHP 906C, 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 61 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FHP 906C registered?

FHP 906C is a 1965 Hillman Imp, first registered on 7 October 1965.

Is FHP 906C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHP 906C shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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