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HHO 304K

1971 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,978 mi
Last recorded6,978 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHO 304K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 6,978 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 6,465 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Nov 2016 5,934 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 5,130 miles

Nearside Rear brake effort low/slow

Fail 11 Nov 2015 5,130 miles

Nearside Rear brake effort low/slow

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 4,502 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 4,503 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 3,081 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

spare wheel missing

Fail 25 Mar 2008 3,068 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 2,488 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Fail 26 Jan 2006 2,166 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 2,166 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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HHO 304K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HHO 304K, 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.

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What year was HHO 304K registered?

HHO 304K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 November 1971.

Is HHO 304K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHO 304K shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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