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BPO 505L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,923 mi
Last recorded13,923 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPO 505L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2018 13,923 miles

n/s rack gaitor condition

n/s track rod end slight play

Pass 10 Mar 2017 11,337 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 9,465 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 8,155 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 6,085 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 188 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 89 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 2 miles

slight binding on front brakes (all new parts)

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

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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BPO 505L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,676 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 BPO 505L, 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 54 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 BPO 505L registered?

BPO 505L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is BPO 505L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPO 505L shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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