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EBT 657L

1971 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,669 mi
Last recorded64,669 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBT 657L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 64,669 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 64,669 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 64,669 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 64,669 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 64,669 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 64,669 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 64,669 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 64,660 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 65,657 miles

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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EBT 657L is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 EBT 657L, 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

How do I check the history of EBT 657L?

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What year was EBT 657L registered?

EBT 657L is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is EBT 657L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBT 657L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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