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YDP 161J

1971 Hillman Imp Super

Yellow Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,802 mi
Last recorded26,802 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 Hillman Imp Super45,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDP 161J
MakeHillman
ModelImp Super
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 26,802 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 25,435 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 23,513 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 23,010 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 20,937 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 20,252 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 19,243 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 19,239 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 17,892 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 17,206 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 16,315 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 71,115 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010
Pass 1 Dec 2009 7,007 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2008

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

Oil leak

general underbody corrosion

How Reliable is the Hillman Imp Super?

Based on 2,745 MOT tests across 365 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
503
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 100
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 94
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 56
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YDP 161J is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super in Yellow with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1971 Hillman Imp Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 45,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hillman Imp Super fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YDP 161J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hillman Imp Super typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Hillman Imp Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YDP 161J registered?

YDP 161J is a 1971 Hillman Imp Super, first registered on 9 June 1971.

Is YDP 161J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDP 161J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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