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UMF 456M

1973 Hillman Imp

Blue Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,911 mi
Last recorded47,911 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 1973 Hillman Imp48,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMF 456M
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2019 47,911 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 47,788 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front brake application slightly uneven

Pass 10 Aug 2016 47,763 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 47,693 miles

both front seat belt receivers covers missing

front suspension units are slightly corroded

has slight play in the king pins

n/s/f and both rear wheel arch's are corroded

rear suspension units ate slightly corroded

Fail 2 Sep 2015 47,691 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front suspension units are slightly corroded

has slight play in the king pins

n/s/f and both rear wheel arch's are corroded

rear suspension units ate slightly corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2008 47,424 miles

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

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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UMF 456M is a 1973 Hillman Imp in Blue with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Hillman Imp models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 48,020 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 UMF 456M, 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 53 years old, this Hillman Imp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UMF 456M registered?

UMF 456M is a 1973 Hillman Imp, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is UMF 456M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMF 456M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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