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FOC 971L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Purple Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,594 mi
Last recorded13,594 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2010
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOC 971L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2010 13,594 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 26 Feb 2010 13,594 miles

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)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 45,391 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 45,389 miles

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.

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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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?

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