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GGY 102J

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,452 mi
Last recorded94,452 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGY 102J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 94,452 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 94,403 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 94,398 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 94,313 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

drivers seat is of specialised modification to original Design characteristics to vehicle (bolted securely to floor)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 94,239 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 94,154 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 94,079 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 94,079 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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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GGY 102J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,525 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 GGY 102J, 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 55 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 GGY 102J registered?

GGY 102J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 5 January 1971.

Is GGY 102J safe to buy?

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