CarVerify

Free Car Check

KYE 472K

1971 Hillman Imp Deluxe

Blue Petrol 875cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,715 mi
Last recorded37,715 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Hillman Imp Deluxe47,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Hillman
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYE 472K
MakeHillman
ModelImp Deluxe
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 37,715 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 37,707 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 37,705 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 37,682 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

advanced corrosion on inner floor and box sections both sides

all tyres perished and in genral poor condition

both inner drive shaft couplings in poor condition

lift in both king pins

surface corrosion on all road wheels

surface corrosion on steering ,brakes and suspension front and rear including road springs and shockers

Fail 18 Aug 2009 37,676 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

advanced corrosion on inner floor and box sections both sides

all tyres perished and in genral poor condition

both inner drive shaft couplings in poor condition

lift in both king pins

surface corrosion on all road wheels

surface corrosion on steering ,brakes and suspension front and rear including road springs and shockers

Pass 22 Aug 2008 37,223 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 May 2007 36,422 miles

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp Deluxe?

Based on 1,309 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
brake binding 39
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 33
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 30
Stop lamp not working 23
Full Hillman Imp Deluxe reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KYE 472K is a 1971 Hillman Imp Deluxe in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Hillman Imp Deluxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 47,027 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 Deluxe fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KYE 472K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Imp Deluxe typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Hillman Imp Deluxe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KYE 472K?

You can check the full history of KYE 472K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KYE 472K registered?

KYE 472K is a 1971 Hillman Imp Deluxe, first registered on 10 November 1971.

Is KYE 472K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYE 472K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KYE 472K have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KYE 472K. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.