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AUR 4K

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,770 mi
Last recorded13,770 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2010
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUR 4K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2010 13,770 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 12,144 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jul 2009 12,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 10,110 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?

Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,606
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,049
Stop lamp not working 851
Steering rack gaiter split 800
parking brake recording little or no effort 710
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AUR 4K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,525 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 AUR 4K, 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 55 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUR 4K?

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What year was AUR 4K registered?

AUR 4K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 3 December 1971.

Is AUR 4K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUR 4K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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