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JBY 99K

1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,514 mi
Last recorded5,514 miles
Recorded on28 May 2008
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE48,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBY 99K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2008 5,514 miles

o/s/r brake sticking on slightly

Fail 27 May 2008 5,511 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

o/s/r brake sticking on slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2006 3,865 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2005 2,667 miles

both front wishbone rubbers worn badly

freeplay in steering u/j

rear metal brake pipes very rusty

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE?

Based on 1,155 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
591
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Headlamp not working on main beam 41
Headlamp aim too low 28
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JBY 99K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 48,560 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 GTE fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBY 99K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 54 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JBY 99K registered?

JBY 99K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 10 January 1972.

Is JBY 99K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBY 99K shows 4 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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