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FOB 585L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,151 mi
Last recorded43,151 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOB 585L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 43,151 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 42,434 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 41,705 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 41,129 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 40,305 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 40,305 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaustn manifolds to close to body of car fire hazzard

Pass 31 Aug 2007 39,706 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 39,556 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

o/s and n/s exhaust manifolds fouling body fire hazzard

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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FOB 585L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 FOB 585L, 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 FOB 585L?

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What year was FOB 585L registered?

FOB 585L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 24 August 1972.

Is FOB 585L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOB 585L shows 8 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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