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RBC 842G

1969 Hillman Imp

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,907 mi
Last recorded35,907 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1969 Hillman Imp53,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBC 842G
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1969
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 35,907 miles

Offside Front brake binding slighty

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both rear rubber donuts deteriorated

Pass 13 May 2016 35,871 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint /upper (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 May 2015 35,818 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 35,782 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 35,708 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

o/s/r tyre deteriorated

Fail 11 May 2013 35,702 miles

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

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

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2011 35,669 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 34,999 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 34,112 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 32,517 miles

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

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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RBC 842G is a 1969 Hillman Imp in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1969 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 53,352 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 RBC 842G, 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 57 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RBC 842G registered?

RBC 842G is a 1969 Hillman Imp, first registered on 7 February 1969.

Is RBC 842G safe to buy?

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