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YCE 378L

1973 Hillman Imp

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,626 mi
Last recorded40,626 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 1973 Hillman Imp48,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCE 378L
MakeHillman
ModelImp
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 40,626 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 40,550 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 40,526 miles

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

os rear os front ns rear tyres sidewalls

Pass 25 Apr 2013 40,442 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 40,442 miles

Upper Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 40,344 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 40,344 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 40,266 miles

rear brake pipe runs above handbrake cable yoke, yoke could rub on pipe.

Pass 15 Apr 2010 40,199 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 40,139 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 40,139 miles

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

BRAKES BINDING N/S/F AND O /S/F

DRIVE SHAFT COUPLING WORN N/S/R

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 1,220 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 1,083 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)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 1,055 miles

Screen washer pump lazy

Slight play noticed in rear kingpin.

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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YCE 378L is a 1973 Hillman Imp in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YCE 378L, 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 YCE 378L registered?

YCE 378L is a 1973 Hillman Imp, first registered on 12 June 1973.

Is YCE 378L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCE 378L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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