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FVP 963L

1973 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,848 mi
Last recorded79,848 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar44,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVP 963L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 79,848 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Axle hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 79,555 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 78,843 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 78,517 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 78,055 miles

Minor leak from the water pump. Slight play in the front wheel bearings

Pass 2 Sep 2020 77,623 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 76,958 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 75,930 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

various suspension bushes worn

Pass 22 Sep 2015 75,776 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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FVP 963L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 44,390 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 FVP 963L, 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 53 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 FVP 963L?

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What year was FVP 963L registered?

FVP 963L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 26 January 1973.

Is FVP 963L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVP 963L shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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