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ONB 499H

1970 Hillman Imp

Grey Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,800 mi
Last recorded38,800 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1970 Hillman Imp50,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONB 499H
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 38,800 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 33,938 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 31,997 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 31,996 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 20,096 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 15,835 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 12,087 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 9,208 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 7,051 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 4,549 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s floor(seat mounting)corroded

Fail 21 Aug 2012 4,549 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s floor(seat mounting)corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2011 2,786 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 1,501 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 99,074 miles

Near side drive shaft uj signs of rust

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

Off side front floor slight corrosion

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 97,257 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 94,582 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 92,517 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 92,487 miles

Nearside 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.

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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ONB 499H is a 1970 Hillman Imp in Grey with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 ONB 499H, 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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What year was ONB 499H registered?

ONB 499H is a 1970 Hillman Imp, first registered on 11 March 1970.

Is ONB 499H safe to buy?

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