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CUY 390N

1974 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

5,169 mi
Last recorded5,169 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar42,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUY 390N
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 5,169 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 5,166 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2026 5,166 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 2,806 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 96,202 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 96,202 miles

all suspension bushes cracking but have no play

Pass 13 Aug 2015 96,202 miles

N/s steering arm has slight movement at its fixings

N/s steering rack boot is torn slightly

Fail 13 Aug 2015 96,202 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/s steering arm has slight movement at its fixings

N/s steering rack boot is torn slightly

Pass 14 Aug 2014 96,202 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Fail 13 Aug 2014 96,202 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2013 96,201 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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CUY 390N is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1974 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 42,897 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 CUY 390N, 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 52 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 CUY 390N?

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What year was CUY 390N registered?

CUY 390N is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 September 1974.

Is CUY 390N safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUY 390N shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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