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BBY 970T

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

60,011 mi
Last recorded60,011 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2020
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBY 970T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2020 60,011 miles

Nearside Front Rackend slight play

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 54,772 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 49,537 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 44,299 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 39,872 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 35,611 miles

slight play n/s trackrod end

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 10 Apr 2014 31,427 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,436 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 24,431 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 18,385 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 14,451 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 10,639 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 7,585 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 4,317 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 594 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 97,321 miles

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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BBY 970T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,021 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BBY 970T, 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 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBY 970T registered?

BBY 970T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 13 October 1978.

Is BBY 970T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBY 970T shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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