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CBY 2M

1973 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,343 mi
Last recorded50,343 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar44,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBY 2M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 50,343 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 50,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 50,268 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n / s/ rear tyre uneven tread

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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CBY 2M is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 44,390 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 CBY 2M, 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 53 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 CBY 2M?

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What year was CBY 2M registered?

CBY 2M is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 12 September 1973.

Is CBY 2M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBY 2M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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