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B172 ABM

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

70,962 mi
Last recorded70,962 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB172 ABM
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2013 70,962 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 70,962 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 70,469 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 70,469 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2007 69,142 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2006 67,482 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 67,482 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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B172 ABM is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1985 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 70,962 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 B172 ABM, 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 41 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of B172 ABM?

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What year was B172 ABM registered?

B172 ABM is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 21 May 1985.

Is B172 ABM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B172 ABM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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