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HVG 949L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,067 mi
Last recorded68,067 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 949L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2013 68,067 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 68,041 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 68,023 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 68,007 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 67,985 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 67,953 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 67,939 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 67,893 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 67,893 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2005 67,890 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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HVG 949L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,676 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 HVG 949L, 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 54 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 HVG 949L?

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What year was HVG 949L registered?

HVG 949L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 8 November 1972.

Is HVG 949L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 949L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HVG 949L have outstanding finance?

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