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BGF 900F

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,686 mi
Last recorded22,686 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2011
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGF 900F
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2011 22,686 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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BGF 900F is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BGF 900F, 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.

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What year was BGF 900F registered?

BGF 900F is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is BGF 900F safe to buy?

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