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FOP 955L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

97,432 mi
Last recorded97,432 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOP 955L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 97,432 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 97,428 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 94,689 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 94,578 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 94,578 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 94,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 94,578 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 94,578 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 93,628 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 93,577 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 90,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

oil leak

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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FOP 955L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FOP 955L, 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

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What year was FOP 955L registered?

FOP 955L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 10 November 1972.

Is FOP 955L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOP 955L shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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