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EGX 31J

1970 Reliant Scimitar

Orange Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,234 mi
Last recorded48,234 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 1970 Reliant Scimitar58,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGX 31J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 48,234 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 47,151 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 46,686 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 46,580 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 46,126 miles

handbrake just met required performance

Pass 22 Sep 2007 45,783 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 45,775 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 45,328 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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EGX 31J is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar in Orange with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 58,782 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 EGX 31J, 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 56 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 EGX 31J?

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What year was EGX 31J registered?

EGX 31J is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 December 1970.

Is EGX 31J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGX 31J 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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