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FFF 569

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,335 mi
Last recorded31,335 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFF 569
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 31,335 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 29,321 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 29,217 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 29,217 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 28,688 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 28,595 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 28,512 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 28,366 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 28,317 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 28,076 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack

Offside Front tyre starting to crack

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 7 Feb 2014 27,836 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 27,335 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 26,757 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 24,636 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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FFF 569 is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FFF 569, 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 FFF 569?

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What year was FFF 569 registered?

FFF 569 is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 24 May 1972.

Is FFF 569 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFF 569 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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