MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,040 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front brake imbalance only just met limit. it would seem brakes need a service
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Front passenger seat belt webbing twisted
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
oil leak
oil leak on to steering rack?or just excess
washer aim on the offside
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A297 TNK is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1983 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 58,762 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A297 TNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Reliant Scimitar typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 43 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was A297 TNK registered?
A297 TNK is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 November 1983.
Is A297 TNK safe to buy?
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