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KYA 801K

1971 Hillman Imp Super

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,383 mi
Last recorded24,383 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 1971 Hillman Imp Super45,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYA 801K
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 24,383 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,929 miles

Gear box bolt missing

Fail 10 Apr 2014 23,929 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Gear box bolt missing

Pass 7 Mar 2013 23,529 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 23,529 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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KYA 801K is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KYA 801K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KYA 801K?

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What year was KYA 801K registered?

KYA 801K is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is KYA 801K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYA 801K shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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