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JBY 137K

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,677 mi
Last recorded89,677 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2009
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBY 137K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2009 89,677 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 86,056 miles

lower steering column mount worn

front to rear steel brake pipe mounts weak

nsf & osf top wishbone no split pins fitted customer advises thread lock used to secure nuts,

Pass 29 Jan 2007 82,074 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 78,106 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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JBY 137K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JBY 137K, 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.

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What year was JBY 137K registered?

JBY 137K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is JBY 137K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBY 137K shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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