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CVH 806K

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,270 mi
Last recorded1,270 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVH 806K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 1,270 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 1,265 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 1,261 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 1,235 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 1,201 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 1,157 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 1,150 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 1,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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CVH 806K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CVH 806K, 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

How do I check the history of CVH 806K?

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What year was CVH 806K registered?

CVH 806K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is CVH 806K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVH 806K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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