MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
95,849 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Oil leak
Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
nearside front seat belt not locking on real
Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
nearside front seat belt retracting mechanism does not lock
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HPL 458N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 HPL 458N, 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
How do I check the history of HPL 458N?
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What year was HPL 458N registered?
HPL 458N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 2 April 1975.
Is HPL 458N safe to buy?
The MOT history for HPL 458N shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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