MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,594 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
n/s and o/s body support channel correded not affecting steering brakes or suspension
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FOC 971L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Purple with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 FOC 971L, 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 FOC 971L?
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What year was FOC 971L registered?
FOC 971L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 7 September 1972.
Is FOC 971L safe to buy?
The MOT history for FOC 971L shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FOC 971L have outstanding finance?
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