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DAC 764J

1971 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,163 mi
Last recorded69,163 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAC 764J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 69,163 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 69,163 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Upper Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 68,568 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2014 68,568 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Aug 2013 67,944 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 67,944 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 66,806 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 66,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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DAC 764J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 DAC 764J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DAC 764J registered?

DAC 764J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 21 April 1971.

Is DAC 764J safe to buy?

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