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HFS 658N

1975 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,364 mi
Last recorded42,364 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 1975 Reliant Scimitar43,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFS 658N
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2011 42,364 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 42,364 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake pedal appears to have little servo assistance

Hazard warning lights are to fast in operation

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 41,983 miles

Fan belt cutting into the spare wheel.

Pass 1 Apr 2009 40,811 miles

hazard lights flashing fast

Fail 30 Mar 2009 40,811 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

hazard lights flashing fast

Pass 17 Mar 2008 40,289 miles

emissions high [visual test only]

rear fog light not working

revers lights not working

slight play in steering column both u/j

Pass 14 Mar 2007 39,157 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 38,125 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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HFS 658N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 43,198 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 HFS 658N, 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 51 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 HFS 658N registered?

HFS 658N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 23 April 1975.

Is HFS 658N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFS 658N shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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