MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,868 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Rear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
How Reliable is the Hillman Imp?
Based on 1,996 MOT tests across 357 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FRT 288J is a 1970 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1970 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 50,832 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 FRT 288J, 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 56 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of FRT 288J?
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What year was FRT 288J registered?
FRT 288J is a 1970 Hillman Imp, first registered on 18 December 1970.
Is FRT 288J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FRT 288J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FRT 288J have outstanding finance?
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