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EFM 269L

1973 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,208 mi
Last recorded70,208 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar44,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFM 269L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 70,208 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 67,630 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 67,618 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 66,518 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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EFM 269L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 EFM 269L, 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 EFM 269L?

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What year was EFM 269L registered?

EFM 269L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 25 May 1973.

Is EFM 269L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFM 269L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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